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Career turns

Career turns

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Career turns

- Whether a big career change is by your own choosing or if it was thrust upon you, walking into an unknown situation can be anxiety inducing. But your ability to quiet your fear and step into this new adventure with confidence will lay the groundwork for a successful and rewarding next play. Here are some tips to help you start strong. Don't burn your bridges. I know you're eager to dive headfirst into this new adventure, but before you leap make sure you're not leaving people who helped you get to where you are in the dust. Be proactive about staying in touch with people from your previous roles, even if your departure wasn't your ideal plan. Those people will go on to be your connections, your colleagues, maybe even your customers in another venture. The world is always smaller than you think. Second, keep non-career elements of your life steady. If you can avoid it, don't change your career, your location, your…

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