1 . If you’re considering changing careers, here are some steps to guide you through a change in your career path.

Take a personal inventory (清单). Consider your reactions to your current job and how they impact your job satisfaction.     1    , when you have time. Ask yourself tough questions like, “What is it about my job that I do or don’t like?” Answer them, then read your answers. From your own notes, you’ll begin to see a picture of what job satisfaction looks like for you.

Decide if you want to change industries.     2    , though you are discovering more about yourself and what satisfactory work means to you. For some, switching careers might mean starting over in a completely new industry, while others may seek a new occupation within the same one.

    3    . With your career shift narrowed down to a few job types you may take, you’re able to begin more extensive exploration. One way to learn more about a field of interest is to conduct informational interviews with people in that field.     4    .

Make an action plan. Creating your action plan means defining a clear goal and milestones (里程碑) to complete it. By this point, you’ve done all the research and should be able to narrow your career change to a specific occupation.     5    . Think about things like education and certification, skill development, attending networking events and seizing opportunities to practice within the specific industry or field. Write down what steps you plan to take and a timeline to completion.

2 . Whether you’re ready to enter into the real world or want to try something new, choosing a career can seem difficult.     1    .

    2    . The best way to find your future job is to ask yourself: “What would you do if money were no object?” Sure, you’d want to relax for a while, but finally you will get bored. So what would you do to make yourself truly happy?

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of that career. When you consider your careers, make sure to do your research. Be familiar with your what you will choose.     3    . For example, if a certain job requires you to travel often but you have small children at home, this could be a disadvantage.

Look at all the Information about the possible career.     4    . It doesn’t matter what city they’re in. Look at what the requirements are. You want to make it your goal to meet those requirements.

Make friends in the right places. You don’t need to go to Ivy League (常春藤盟校). You can volunteer with their organizations, and go to meetings in that field to meet people.     5    .