Is Age 40 Too Late for a Career Change?

Not at all! And as a matter of fact, you’re not alone in doing so.

At the rate technology continues to change and we are constantly evolving, the chances of you switching careers isn’t just a probability – but it can be expected. But as others mentioned, it does depend on you, and what you’re changing to. Going back to medical school to begin life as a surgeon may not be ideal, but there are plenty of other professions you can pursue.

Also keep in mind we are living longer … and debt is increasing. Gone are the days of working for the same company for several years and retiring at age 65 to sail off into the sunset! But I would argue that knowing how to build your brand and relevance and being able to reinvent yourself is as important as learning how to read.

There’s no better way to do all this than by tapping into and expanding your network. There are so many advantages involved in doing so! And enhancing your career opportunities is one of them. I talk about this and what else you can gain in my article Here Are 5 Top Benefits of Networking that I’m sure you’ll find helpful.

Put yourself out there for potential job prospects and keep up (and get ahead) of current trends. Determine how valuable and worthy you really are! Because it’s not always about what others can do for you, it’s about what your skills and experience can offer to others – which will help as you pursue something new in your career. Please take the time to read What’s Your Intrinsic Value? Here’s How to Find It (and Use to Your Advantage) where I dive deeper into this.

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