Looking or thinking to change career path?

Come on in. Let’s discuss ways you can strategically do this.

Find a seat and make yourself comfortable.

Thanks for joining in today. As many know, I started off as a Graphic Designer in Lagos on a N30K/month pay.

Today, I am a Senior BOA in one of Canada’s Big 5.

On another day, I'll give details of what prompted the change, why I changed & how I navigated the path.

Today, I'd be putting you through this 6-Step strategy to help with your career change journey.

Also, if you have questions at any point, you can indicate. I'd find time to answer.

1. WHERE ARE YOU NOW?
(Evaluate Yourself & Your Situation)

It is important to assess yourself in the most honest way before making any decision or allowing your emotions to guide you.

You must understand that making a career change requires commitment & sacrifice.

Things will change, so are you up for it?

Evaluating means asking honest questions like:

-Why am I seeking a change?
-Will I be happier?
-Is the workload at my present job stressing me?
-Do I just need more money?
-Is a new career the answer or another job in the same field?

30 things I learnt about life, career, and relationships before turning 30.

1. You can never be everyone's favourite. Some will love you for no reason. Some will rather not associate with you, and that is totally fine too.

2. There are topics and areas of life I know absolutely nothing about, but the more I read, the less ignorant I become.

3. The friendships that lasted a year, a week, or even an evening can be as transformational as the friendships that lasted years. A friendship made in less than a month can leave a year’s impact. In all, friends come and go, but they are incredibly important.

4. I am as lazy as I am hardworking. The thing is, my willingness to keep busy always helps me overcome procrastination, but I find that a bit of procrastination here and there is sometimes the catalyst to getting things done quicker.

5. Nothing changes when I worry. The only thing that changes is my mood. Not the situation. So I have learnt to think more about a positive outcome than allowing an issue affect my emotions and how I relate with others at that point in time.

Young Professional?

If you don’t have a year plan yet, come let’s look at:

'20 Practical Ways To Improve Oneself in 2021'.

First, thanks for being a part of 2020.

To those who continue to take self development and self improvement a personal goal, 2021 will be a better year. 🙏🏾

Remain consistent, persevere and never let go of your hopes and aspirations.

1. SELF REFLECTION

1st thing you want to do really is reflect.

This is very important as it lays down the foundation for any step you are willing to take regarding your career or self development.

It helps you understand:

- Where you are coming from.
- Where you want to be.

Self reflection speaks the truth to you without sugar coating it.

While working in Mushin back then, I asked myself a lot of questions.

- What is the end goal of this path?
- Am I maximizing my full potential and capacity as a person?

2. OUTLINE YOUR GOALS

Once you've reflected on what you really want and where you want to be, it is time to turn your intentions into clearly defined goals.

Always remember that having goals without having a plan in black and white is still a dream.

Outline you goals clearly.

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