I don't want to change careers but I do want to change the scope of my work—any tips?

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February 4,2022 at 3:16PM UTC

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I don't want to change careers but I do want to change the scope of my work—any tips?

So like many others, I am currently on the job hunt. While I am looking to stay in the industry I am currently in, I've been thinking a lot about applying to roles that expand the scope of my position (so I can keep doing what I'm good at but also learn new things!). Any tips from a fellow career "expander"?

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AnonymousFebruary 4,2022 at 4:37PM UTC
I would increase my exposure to my industry by attending well known conferences, joining professional organizations in your field or industry and networking at all of them. You may also want to Amp up you visibility by writing articles and speaking on panels to share your knowledge and establish your expertise.
Sabrina CortesFebruary 5,2022 at 5:00PM UTC
You also want to tailor your resume to the jobs that you're applying to as this increases your chances of passing the applicant tracking system (ATS) scanning process. (Side note: There are 400+ ATS and it's hard to know which one your prospective employer uses). The ATS looks for "matches" between your resume and the exact job description of the position you're applying for. If the software detects enough of these matches, it will send your resume to the Recruiter.
I know it was already mentioned, but networking also plays a key role in your job search. It's not too late to connect with recruiters and hiring managers with companies you want to work for and start building those relationships (even if they aren't hiring). Comment and like posts and message them every once in a while to establish a genuine relationship.
I hope some of this helps. Please feel free to reach out if you have any quesitons. :)
Happy Saturday!