Career transitions that make sense?

Mary Blum

August 23,2023 at 8:16PM UTC

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Career transitions that make sense?

Hello! Like several others here, I learned about this website through a TikTok and thought I would give it a shot as I have nothing to lose here. I am currently open to work and actively searching for a new position as my current place of employment made some structural changes I do not agree with.

I would really like to transition out of retail and more into a stable job with a less variable schedule that plays to my strengths and makes me feel more... like a trusted adult in a sense. I am in my 30s and I just feel like it's the right move for me but my job history varies wildly in terms of industry and all the job postings I see are for senior positions, none of which I would qualify for. I would love to work in the creative industry but the pay is not currently sustainable so maybe something adjacent would be good.

Any advice for a career transition?

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Grisel Scarantino, Career and Work-Life Fulfillment CoachAugust 23,2023 at 11:59PM UTC
Hi Mary,
Although your experience varies across industry, you have a wealth of transferable skills under your belt. If you know what direction you want to take your career into, you can rebrand your professional story to showcase your skills in your career path of interest and stand out as a desirable candidate.
I help professionals do this. If you’d like to chat, please feel free to schedule a complimentary call on my website at https://www.griselscarantino.com/
Looking forward to connecting with you,
Grisel
Lisa McCartneyAugust 30,2023 at 12:14PM UTC
With the experience of retail, you have more value than you think. I have transitioned out of retail two times now. It is currently a fall back job if I need one. I encourage you to sit down and compare what they are looking for to what you currently do. It may seem like a stretch but customer service skills are wildly able to fit into several categories. Have you managed anywhere? That's even better (even if its a line cashier)
Good Luck!