Sometimes a new career change is more challenge than choice. Tumultuous events in our lives can alter our journey suddenly without warning or the know-how or skills to make the change with ease.
As difficult as it may seem, the silver lining might not be too far away with the right attitude, determination and commitment to move forward in the face of chaos.
In my monthly column in Canvas Magazine you’ll meet several individuals who were faced with what appeared to be insurmountable challenges. Following is an excerpt with a link to read further – along with tips to create a more meaningful worklife.
The WorkLife Minute with Judy Martin
Creativity appeared to be an elusive goal for marketer and sales trainer Catherine Wright in her position at a building products company that suddenly downsized. “I think people immediately feel, so Wright accepted a board position on the Long Island Women’s Business Council. After the first meeting she was directed to the Jericho-based National Association of Mothers’ Centers, which had two openings. As they were for a non-profit, neither job delivered the salary she was looking for, “so I got really creative and was able to merge the jobs into one,” stepping into a full-time job as a membership development director. “You have to put yourself out there. Just because a job doesn’t exist doesn’t mean someone won’t appreciate your skills and create one for you,” she says.
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