Time to Take Another Look at Your Career?

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The world has been altered by the coronavirus pandemic and there’s no going back now. While some countries remain in strict lockdown, others are beginning to lift their restrictions. Some countries never went into lockdown and are now wondering whether that approach was correct, others protest that lockdown should never have been imposed.

But with all these conflicting views and approaches, the constant theme is that everyone is taking another look at their lifestyle and wondering whether it could be different. For some, lockdown has made them realize that they would far rather be at home than working. For others, the reality of their insecurity at work has come home. 

Work is inevitably tied to lifestyle, which is why this time in particular is so relevant. So, which questions should you be asking yourself?

Am I Ready for Something New?

A major question to ask right now is whether you are ready for something new. While the job market might seem fragile, the reality is that those who are able to retrain and show a wide range of skills are more likely to be successful. With this in mind, if you have reached the top of the ladder in your current job, now might be a good time to develop new skills – especially if you have more time on your hands. You might even consider going freelance or starting your own business.

You could look at doing online research, for example, you could look at visiolending.com for brokers, explore teaching courses and even sign up for more casual skill building and training opportunities. The internet is full of stuff right now and virtual training is really popular so you won’t even have to leave your sofa to achieve. 

Could I Change the Way I Work?

Google and Amazon were quick to extend working from home to their employees and Twitter has gone even further by allowing their workforce to stay home indefinitely. There is speculation that some of the companies that dominate Manhattan may choose to vacate their large premises in favor of the work-at-home model too. 

So, could you change the way you work toe? Perhaps you might like to explore working from home a few days a week or maybe flexible working hours. You might go one further and decide to reduce your hours overall or search for a job that gives you more leisure time. Changing the way you work is often the catalyst for changing how you live so be ambitious in your thought. 

What Else Can Life Offer?

Life is about more than work. It can offer love, joy, pride, fulfillment, contentedness. If you are looking at your life right now and realizing how empty it is without work, you should definitely think about what that means. Why have you not left room for other things? What would you like to do?

Change is coming, no matter what you believe about the coronavirus. Change is always coming. So, now the pause button has been hit, it’s time to consider what you want for the future. 

About Author

LaDonna Dennis

LaDonna Dennis is the founder and creator of Mom Blog Society. She wears many hats. She is a Homemaker*Blogger*Crafter*Reader*Pinner*Friend*Animal Lover* Former writer of Frost Illustrated and, Cancer...SURVIVOR! LaDonna is happily married to the love of her life, the mother of 3 grown children and "Grams" to 3 grandchildren. She adores animals and has four furbabies: Makia ( a German Shepherd, whose mission in life is to be her attached to her hip) and Hachie, (an OCD Alaskan Malamute, and Akia (An Alaskan Malamute) who is just sweet as can be. And Sassy, a four-month-old German Shepherd who has quickly stolen her heart and become the most precious fur baby of all times. Aside from the humans in her life, LaDonna's fur babies are her world.

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Adam
Adam
3 years ago

In fact, now there are so many opportunities to earn and develop your business. Nowadays, Covid-19 has made many people look at freelancing from a new perspective. For example, here are ideas for working at home for moms to get more income.

Adrian
Adrian
3 years ago

You’re right, often you just want to quit your job and start with something new. I think Salesforce training, because this software company is gaining popularity every year, and a lot of companies use it. I think this is promising

Carol
Carol
3 years ago

Basically, there are two ways to make a lot of money – luck and success. If you have decided which profession is yours, the first and most difficult step has already been taken! The important thing now is to create a plan and take action. I know one talented person who has achieved a lot in his career, Yanni Hufnagel is a self-taught entrepreneur, his life path is very inspiring