In the first of this two-part series, “Managing the Emotional Turmoil”, I discussed common emotions experienced during a career change – from denial to anger and depression. In this follow-up, I offer three strategies to help you move forward should you become stuck on a professional path that no longer aligns with your career or […]
Changing Careers: Part I. Managing the Emotional Turmoil
It’s difficult to change careers, whether by choice or by circumstances beyond our control. On one hand, the concept of career reinvention and a greater level of professional satisfaction can be exhilarating. On the other hand, there’s a deep sense of sadness and loss when we lose our professional identity. That’s because our professional identity […]
Standing at the Crossroads: When PhDs Abandon the Tenure Track Career Path
“Growth is painful. Change is painful. But nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don’t belong.” – Mandy Hale Anna was well-published and in the third year of her postdoc when she walked into my office. Though progressing as expected, she had started to feel more and more conflicted with her chosen career […]