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Testing the waters before making an irreversible decision It is in human nature that people are rarely satisfied with what they have. Before changing one's career path a person has to think twice and critically evaluate the existing state of affairs. Some people need only to arm themselves with patience. Rome was not built in a day. It means that a person has to obtain a certain level of proficiency before the next stage of one's career growth. Working in one sphere might be more effective than dissipating one's energies. In case if a person feels that retraining could be beneficial, it is advisable to weigh all pros and cons of this decision. People often bargain one trouble for another, and it is important to try to predict all possible consequences of one's decisions. Before proceeding to action it is advisable to analyze the inner motivation for these changes. Perhaps, it is easier to change the factors causing one's dissatisfaction than start from the point zero in a new field. If a person is not disillusioned with one's profession, it is preferable to continue developing one's skills in the same sphere. Concentrating one's energies is preferable if a person is aimed at making a career. Useful hints for effective changing of one's career In case if a person decides that retraining is the only way out, it is preferable to follow the following hints. Think over advantages and disadvantages of the chosen specialization. Research the labour market and analyze your chances as a specialist lacking experience in the new sphere. Choose the right moment. It is preferable to change one's career path when your position is strong enough. It should be a conscious decision instead of escaping difficulties. Write an action plan and try to follow it.
