Tag Archive for: #JobSearch : Keys to Pivoting to a New Industry

There are many reasons why you may be thinking about pivoting into a new industry for your career. You may have simply burned out on your current career, landed your dream job, or just feel like you need a change. Your industry may have been negatively impacted by worldwide event!! No matter how excited you may be about the switch, it’s only natural to feel a little stressed because of the transition.

However, before you spend hours writing and rewriting your executive bio to make it sound attractive to a new industry, here are some tips to consider.

Identify Transferrable Skills

If you’ve been working in your current industry for a number of years, you have developed a depth of skills to do your job effectively. However, not all of these skills may be essential or even useful in your new career. If you aren’t sure which skills naturally fit with your new industry, check with an executive resume service. They work with people with all different backgrounds to find careers in multiple industries. They will be able to help you identify your pertinent skills related to your new industry, so you can write your executive bio accordingly. You can also use LinkedIn. Find individuals who have the career you want and check out their profile. What skills do they have? Do you have these as well?

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Network and Volunteer

Networking is the #1 way to find a new job. So, it only stands to reason that the more people you know in your new industry, the easier time you’ll have finding the job you desire. Begin networking your way into your new field of interest. Use your LinkedIn profile to find connections to the industry, asking your network to make introductions. Begin following company pages of interest. Identify volunteer opportunities that would put you in contact with other business professionals, as well. As you connect with new and current professionals, they can help educate you about the industry. If you have people who are making introductions for you into a new industry, this can help compensate for any skills deficiencies you may have.

Find Your Fit

Be sure to prepare for the transition. It will take time to find the position, and you don’t want to jump ship into something you don’t really want, just because you didn’t take the time to get your affairs in order. Before you leave your current industry, make sure your finances are in good enough shape to carry you through several months of downtime. The last thing you want to do is add to your stress level because you’re running out of money. You may end up settling for a job you don’t want just to pay the bills. Take your time as much as you can. Visit an executive resume service to make sure you have the best resume possible to hand to recruiters. By taking your time and being patient, you’ll be more satisfied with the end result and the process of getting there will be less stressful.

FSC Career Blog Author:  Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

FSC Career Blog – June 24, 2021