JOURNAL ARTICLE

4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Changing Careers.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2024. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: CLARK, DORIE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses four important questions to consider before changing careers. It emphasizes the need to determine the motivation behind the change, whether it is a genuine desire for a new field or simply a desire to escape the current situation. The article also suggests testing hypotheses about the desired career path through informational interviews, job shadowing, and asking relevant questions. Additionally, it highlights the importance of considering financial stability and having a fallback plan in case the career change does not go as planned. The article concludes by stating that changing careers can be a rewarding experience if these questions are carefully considered. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2024/02, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Education
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:175709410
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