Career Pivots - Plot Twist, I’m Doing Something New!

Career Pivots - Plot Twist, I'm Doing Something New!

Thinking About Switching Careers? Let’s Talk About It.

If careers had a GPS, mine would be saying...“rerouting… rerouting…” 

At some point, most of us have felt stuck in a job, wondering if we should just drop everything and start fresh. (Spoiler: You CAN!)

But making a big career move is scary. What if it doesn’t work out? What if people think you’re crazy? What if you take a step back instead of forward?

👉 In this blog, we’re diving into:

• How to know when it’s time for a career pivot

• How to make bold career moves without losing your mind

• Why success isn’t linear and that’s okay

Signs It’s Time for a Career Pivot

Not sure if you should make a move? Here are some red flags that it’s time to pivot:

1. You Feel Stagnant & Unfulfilled

• Every day feels like a repeat of the last.

• You’re not challenged or excited anymore.

• You’re just… coasting.

2. Your Job is Affecting Your Mental Health 😩

• You’re constantly drained. Not just tired, but exhausted.

• Sunday nights feel like anxiety marathons.

• You wake up dreading the workday. Every. Single. Day.

3. You Keep Thinking, “What If?” 🤔

• You can’t stop fantasizing about trying something new.

• You feel jealous (or inspired) when you see people making bold career moves.

• The idea of change excites you more than it scares you.

If any of these sound familiar, it’s time to consider a pivot.

Your Move, Boss: How to Pivot Without Losing Your Mind

1. Start with Self-Reflection 

✅ What do you actually want from your next career move?

✅ What skills and passions do you want to lean into?

✅ What parts of your current job do you love and what do you hate?

2. Research & Test the Waters

✅ Before you quit, explore new fields. Talk to new people, take online courses, volunteer.

✅ Side hustle it! Dip your toes into the new industry before fully jumping in.

✅ Be realistic about what the pivot requires (new skills? networking? a pay cut?).

3. Rebrand Yourself & Your Skills 

✅ Your past experience is still valuable, so learn how to translate your skills into a new field.

✅ Update your LinkedIn, resume, and portfolio to reflect your new direction.

✅ Network, network, network! Most career shifts happen through connections, not applications.

4. Make the Move—Even If You’re Scared 

✅ There is no “perfect time” to pivot, you have to just start.

✅ Stop waiting for permission!!! This is your career, your life.

✅ If fear is the only thing holding you back, that’s not a good enough reason to stay stuck.

WTF You Need to Know About: Navigating a Career Pivot

Q: What if I fail?

A: What if you succeed? Failure isn’t the opposite of success, it’s part of it. Every career pivot comes with learning curves.

Q: What if I have to take a pay cut?

A: That's a possibility, but not always. If you pivot into a related field where your skills transfer, you might maintain (or even increase) your salary.

Q: What if people think I’m crazy for switching careers?

A: Let them. This is your life, your career, your happiness - not theirs.

Final Thoughts: Life Isn’t Linear, Neither is Success.

Your career doesn’t have to follow a straight path. You’re allowed to change, evolve, and chase new opportunities.

💬 Are you thinking about making a career pivot? Let’s talk about it in the comments!

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