If you have a look at the dozens of comments on this blog you will see that many people are asking some version of the question
“Can you change careers if you are over 40?”
Well the short answer is “yes”.
The challenge you face is the same as everyone else who is trying to change careers. Traditional CV based recruitment doesn’t work, so you have to approach it differently.
In addition you have another challenge to face which is ageism.
However ageism can also be overcome using the same techniques I teach on Career Change. If you haven’t got a copy of the Career Change eBook then do so now as it will save you years of frustration.
It usually takes people till they are about 40 to realise they have been in the wrong career for a while. THis is either because they were always in the wrong career but took a while to figure it out OR because their needs have changed and what was good for them a while ago is no longer good for them.
Truth is most people just get to a point where they need a career change. They get bored and suddenly realise that life is too short.
Career Change at 40 is not only possible, it is probably essential and healthy. Embrace it and go for it. Take some guidance so that you don’t go in the wrong direction or go from the frying pan into the fire.
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