Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Life After the IT Department

Thinking about changing careers? This article from eWeek is a fantastic read if you are.

Janice Weinberg's book: A compass to New and Rewarding Fields that Value Computer Knowledge is also an excellent source of insight on the subject.

The main idea behind the advice: identify transferable skills. In other words, what is it you did well and where else can you apply those skills successfully?

Consider introducing the idea through a Video Resume where you can show you are confident about the career change you are undertaking.

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