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How to Change Your Career in 6 Months

Are you stuck in your current profession? Do you wish to change but have no idea where or how to begin? The good news is—you can make a career change in 6 months. It may not be simple, but if you keep your target in mind and work a bit each day, it can be done.

Below is a straightforward step-by-step plan that you can use, even if you start with nothing.

Month 1: Find Out What You Truly Desire

The initial step is to determine what type of work makes you thrilled.

Sit back and reflect:

What I love doing?

What are my strengths?

What kind of work do I dislike?

Then, check out various careers online. Watch videos, read blogs, or interview people. See about careers such as graphic design, marketing, coding, teaching, or content writing. Try to choose one or two that interest you.

This month is all about learning.

Month 2: Begin New Skills Learning

Since you now understand what career you want, begin learning the skills involved.

You don't have to attend college. You can study at home from websites such as:

YouTube (free)

Coursera or Udemy (affordable)

Skillshare or LinkedIn Learning

Do 30 minutes to 1 hour a day studying. Start small. Watch a lesson, jot down your notes, and practice. You'll improve day by day.

Month 3: Practice and Build a Portfolio

Study is not sufficient—you must do the work as well.

If you wish to become a writer, write short articles.

If you wish to design, make sample designs.

If you wish to code, make small applications or websites.

Create a simple portfolio. This is a folder that displays your work. You can keep it in Google Drive or make a free website. Don't aim to be perfect. Display your progress.

Month 4: Update Your Resume and LinkedIn

Now that it's time to share your new talents with the world.

Create a resume highlighting your new career objectives.

Include your new skills, projects, or certificates.

Include a brief "career change narrative" in your cover letter.

Update your LinkedIn or job site profile with your new information.

Have a trusted friend review your resume and provide criticism.

Month 5: Interview for Jobs and Network

Begin applying for jobs-even if you are shy.

In parallel, speak with individuals in your new industry. Networking is what this is called. You can do this by:

Sending messages on LinkedIn

Joining Facebook or WhatsApp groups

Visiting online or in-person events

Ask basic questions such as, "How did you start?" or "What advice do you have?" Most are willing to assist.

Month 6: Keep Moving Forward

You will encounter rejections or get stuck at times. That's alright. It's all part of the process.

Continue learning. Continue applying. Continue believing in yourself.

In 6 short months, you will realize how far you've progressed. You'll gain new skills, new confidence, and new doors of opportunity.

Your dream job awaits—you just need to take the first step.

How to Change Your Career in 6 Months