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Career Dead End or Detour?

Guest Post — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:54:39 +0000

Is it OK to take a Career Detour? In today’s market, many people are challenged with making abrupt and unexpected changes in their chosen career path. We’ve all heard the recommendation, “use your existing network to get leads.” But … what happens if your path is obstructed for an indefinite period of time and these gaps are reflected in your resume? Is a career detour worth considering? I reflected on the route my hubby, Rolly, navigated when having to...

How One Game Changed My Career and Life

Guest Post — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:58:45 +0000

Editor’s Note: While it was not unemployment that pushed Vinod Balan to change careers, I felt the key ideas of how and why he changed careers could help anyone looking for a job. Here is his story. The Misconception I had worked in software development for about five years. The first few years were good. But, after a certain point in time, I realized that this is not what I want to do in my life. I was always passionate...