Career Transformations: It all Starts with an Idea

As we close out the month of April and its theme of “Career Transformations”, I leave you with these thoughts to consider for making positive change in your work life.

Whether you are looking for fulfillment in work by…
Becoming an entrepreneur
Switching industries to something that has personal significance
Going to work for a large corporation
Starting a second career after retiring from the first
Taking your business in a new focused direction
Surviving an economic downturn
Making your current job more exciting and meaningful

…the process begins with you and your conscious decision to make something more from what you have. Believe that you do have the power to truly transform your work life into something that matters, no matter what your age, title, or experience.

Start by sitting down with pen and paper. Sketch out what you want and compare how that differs from what you have now. Create a plan for making small incremental steps and push yourself closer to the idea you have in mind. Set your goals, write due dates on your calendar, and stick with it. Persistence pays off and you’ll soon feel the momentum of your actions heading toward positive change.

In the words of Napoleon Hill (1883-1970), American author and creator of the “Philosophy of Achievement” teachings,

“First comes thought; then organization of that thought, into ideas and plans;
then transformation of those plans into reality.
The beginning, as you will observe, is in your imagination.”

Do what you think you can. No idea is too small. Live the life of your dreams.

Please post a comment and share how you've made or will make a career transformation.