I’m looking to pivot, from market insights to UX research or product marketing… how much of a step down should someone take if they’re 15+ years in & switching?

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October 6,2022 at 3:10AM UTC

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I’m looking to pivot, from market insights to UX research or product marketing… how much of a step down should someone take if they’re 15+ years in & switching? I have 1/2 the skills and little track record in each, but I’m familiar with these areas. And years of experience managing teams. How have you approached a career switched? What questions should I ask myself?

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AnonymousOctober 6,2022 at 1:17PM UTC
Hi there! This article posted by FGB may help: https://fairygodboss.com/articles/ask-yourself-these-questions-before-you-change-your-career-path
Jana GrazerNovember 1,2022 at 3:48PM UTC
The questions that you ask yourself are you able to quickly learn the necessary skills that you need to pivot your career. And by quickly (like a couple of years) or find a company that will hire you at either entry level or a little above entry level. I completely pivoted my career but I had to go back to school.
Farah BajwaNovember 2,2022 at 10:25PM UTC
Two years ago I switched industries after 16+ years (and also went from Engineering to Project Management) using a book called "What Color is your Parachute?" Easy read but you also have to be very honest with yourself when doing the flower exercise.
I highly highly recommend it. Good luck!