Career change

9 Comments

1. sayantika mukherjeeJuly 21,2023 at 6:56PM UTC

   I would first try to analyze which area of IT entices me most if I am changing career. Take some time to reflect on what specific areas of IT interest you the most. IT is a vast field with various specializations like software development, data analysis, cybersecurity, IT support, and more. Understanding your strengths and passions will help you focus on the right direction.

   Certain IT certifications can boost your credibility and demonstrate your proficiency in specific areas. Research which certifications are relevant to your desired career path and consider pursuing them. I would try searching for forums, or online course platforms to get an idea on what kind of skillsets people are looking for or talking about for that matter.

   You probably want to give your resume a makeover based on this decision. Highlight the relevant skills and experiences from your previous roles that align with IT job requirements. Emphasize your adaptability and ability to learn quickly, which are valuable qualities in the IT industry.

   Reach out to anyone you know in IT industries you wish to be a part of. Your close friends, family can be valuable source of support and information. Someone's friend or friend of a friend can become that person to refer you

   I have learnt to get a thick skin and switching career entails a thicker skin. There might be setbacks or rejections along the way, but don't get discouraged. Stay persistent, keep learning, and continue applying for IT roles that match your skills and interests.

   Best of luck, and I hope this advice helps

2. Angela SchlagJuly 21,2023 at 7:20PM UTC

   How can one evaluate which IT field to choose? sounds like a lot!

3. sayantika mukherjeeJuly 21,2023 at 7:37PM UTC

   I am not in IT but I have friends who are in IT. Just putting "IT " as an interest area does not tell much to your recruiter. You really need to narrow it down to one or 2 specific areas. I am in Process Engineering, but my specialized area is process Integration, where I don't work on a particular process step, but I create the process flow and help develop it.

   1) Do you like to do coding? Then Software development might be your area, you might need Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, C++, or Ruby.

   2) Do you like to do Data analysis? May be Data science is what you are looking for, you would probably need statistical analysis tools for that

   3) Do you like making websites? You would need CSS, JAVA, HTML knowledge

   Etc.

   I am sure internet has endless resources for you to find out what you might want to do.

4. Laura BrennanJuly 26,2023 at 1:43AM UTC

   Not just the internet! Talk to actual people about their jobs. Look to your network. Let everyone know that you're thinking of a career change and you would love to meet people who are working in anything IT-related. Get introduced, ask questions -- what do they love about what they do? What skills or certifications are needed? What do they wish they'd known when they were breaking in? These conversations will not only give you a lot of valuable information, they will help you build your IT network.

   Thank everyone, the new people you meet and those who introduced you. Take their advice and report back with good news. Keep everyone posted on your success. Build your community around this adventure.

5. AnonymousAugust 26,2025 at 3:59PM UTC

   Thanks

6. AnonymousJuly 24,2023 at 4:50PM UTC

   Get technical training and specific certifications. Perhaps the reasons behind your not moving up have to do with lack of confidence? or not showing your talents strongly enough while in a role. Stretch yourself beyond your job description and take on things you have not done before, though asking about what parameters there are to fail within your org if you do. That is probably the best way to move up and if it is about moving up speak to others who have walked the path before you and find out how and the steps they took to do this too.

7. AnonymousJuly 25,2023 at 12:38PM UTC

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8. AnonymousJuly 25,2023 at 5:00PM UTC

   Thank you for sharing....I have the exact issue, it's terrible. I have had to take an admin position on a temp basis. I have worked with a coach and rewrote my LinkedIn and I am getting noticed; now I have to pick the correct position with purpose. MS degree, skills and office experience, but because of no HR experience, I couldnt get an HR glimpse. HR really is a hard field to enter, but with perseverance and the right timing it can be done.

9. Kristie WhiteJuly 25,2023 at 7:54PM UTC

   HR and IT jobs are quite different -so it's difficult to see how your bachelor's degree and experience correspond to both. Are you new the the workforce and trying to find your path? If by outsourcing you are referring to using a headhunter or recruitment service of some kind, then that makes me wonder if your experience includes only administrative or clerical roles? If yes, then that is why you can't get into mid-management - you don't have management experience. You need to look for an opportunity to start increasing your responsibilities, supervising staff, etc. You might try moving into an Office Manager role first, this seems more directly aligned with your implied skill set. Then from there, you may be able to transition to HR. Alternatively, you could look for an administrative position in HR which will help you gain exposure and experience in the HR field. And position you for opportunities that open within that employer in HR. But without more information, I don't see anything related to IT unless it is administrative.