Absolutely Must Have Support in Career Transition
Job Search July 30th, 2007Marilyn J. Tellez, M.A commented on my blog from the 27th (I reprinted below):
Yes, support in going through a transition of any kind is important. What about that sometimes infamous word: “networking”. The true purpose in my mind for networking support is a group of individuals who do things for each other, making support a two-way street.
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Great feedback, Marilyn! When the career transitioner is asking a group to support him or her, a crucial question to ask is “How can I support you?” so that the support is a two-way street. Works best that way! Thank you Marilyn!
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Blog on July 27th, 2007
Hallie Crawford wrote in her blog about the importance of support during a career transition. She wrote “During any kind of change, including career transition, you absolutely have to have support.” I completely agree!
How can people best support you? Who would you want to support you? What could you do for them to show your appreciation? What is the first step you could take in placing a support group around yourself? When would think it would be the right time to take this first step? Lots of questions…important ones that need to be answered when making important transitions, especially a career transition.
If you are a career transitioner, I’d like to hear what kind of support group you have placed around yourself.
August 4th, 2007 at 5:50 am
Marilyn has a good point - and I think this is especially important for family members to ask the person going through career transition. “How can I best support you?” I come across so many people who get an initial negative or fear-based reaction from their family members. Although our families are well-meaning, they want us to remain financially stable. And they view making a career change as scary, financially and otherwise. Especially if you’re in a “great” job now, they may think you’re crazy to give that up. They can certainly voice their concenres, but then they need to set that aside and ask how they can help and support.