Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Change of profession: how to convince the employer that you can do it

A cardinal change of profession is a big and serious step. The reasons for this can be different, and they are individual for everyone: the desire to fulfill oneself, earn more, the thirst for new experiences, an attempt to realize a dream, someone just wants a change in life. According to a survey conducted by Work.ua, 80% of Ukrainian workers would like to change their profession. But how to get a job without experience in a new field? How to convince employers that you will cope with new responsibilities, despite not writing in the workbook that are not relevant to this area?

On the part of the employer, this coin has two sides. On the one hand, if a person wants to change his profession, this may mean that he is tired, exhausted and unable to achieve the planned results. On the other hand, if an employee takes such a step, then this is really what he wants. So he is full of enthusiasm and determination, and accordingly can achieve a lot.

Work.ua has prepared four tips to help you prove to your employer that you are ready to conquer new heights.
Focus on core skills

Many professional skills (for example, secretary and administrator) are related in various fields. Unfortunately, you will not be able to use all the skills acquired over the past years of work, but some may well come in handy in a new position. Bet on them. Consider in advance which of your previous experiences will help you in your future work.
Tell us how you dealt with change.

Have you had any experience moving to another job, with responsibilities different from the previous one? Did you have to switch to work in another department? Have there been changes in previous places of work that you had to get used to and learn from? Show how you have successfully mastered everything new.
Show your interest

Why are you so interested in this area that you are so fascinated that you are ready to cross out your past career? Tell the employer about this so that his eyes light up, and he understands why he himself is engaged in this. By showing your interest, you will greatly increase your chances.
Be perfect

Remember that you are competing with candidates who already have experience in this field. Therefore, the slightest flaw on your part is unacceptable. Your resume should be perfect, you should carefully prepare for the interview, select the right questions and correctly show your strengths.


Of course, with such changes in your career, you should not really hope to immediately get a high position and the salary of your dreams, so beware of high expectations on your part, but you need to start somewhere.

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