I would love some advice, resources, and or support for career opportunities.
Anonymous
I would love some advice, resources, and or support for career opportunities. I have been working with a life coach for the past year on mindset & self limiting beliefs which has been helpful. The first part of my career was in hospitality - which was fun but the pay was low with long hours. The past 15 years, I have worked in domestic households. I did not make alot of contacts in this industry since it is isolating and not alot of networking is going on when you work with clients who have you sign NDA's. I enjoyed the industry though it is competitive and there is not alot of turnover. If there is turnover for a family or individual then there is usually a reason for such. I have explored getting back into hospitality but have been told my experience is not recent enough.
I am trying to pivot - to find an industry where my skillset will transition. I have done a few informational interviews with people in jobs that sounded interesting. However, the jobs that I find appealing are not growing much due to the current state of the economy , layoffs etc.
Recruiters tend to lump me in the EA category but I have ADHD and am not detail oriented. I am a friendly, creative people person who loves flexibility and movement in my day. As a single woman in her late 50's , making a good salary is important. I would love to find inspiring work that brings me joy and I am willing to learn .
The domestic industry gives me a lot of flexibility. However, finding a job in this industry is really challenging right now. I am opening up to the realization that I may have to give up my flexibility which has always been the most important value for me. Bottom line is that I need to pay bills and perhaps holding onto this value that I have always cherished is holding me back. Thank you for allowing me to share.


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