Announcement: In this article, you will find humorous "recommendations" that you should definitely not follow. But every joke has only a part of the joke... Doing the opposite will make your changes much easier and make the transition to a new job or profession more conscious and simple.

Important warning!

These are just tips for fun. But if you recognise yourself in some of the points, don't be alarmed: doing the opposite will be a great step towards career change.

1. Ignore your feelings. If you don't like something at work, pretend it's a "whim". When it seems that you are burned out or have lost interest, convince yourself that this is normal, "everyone does it".

Be patient to the end and repeat it like a mantra:

"It just feels like the job is not mine. In fact, everyone feels that way."

"Maybe I'm exaggerating, it's just a difficult period."

"I'll be patient a little longer, and everything will get better."

"I have stability, it's a sin to complain."

2. Do not believe all the advice. Especially those who say: "You just need to take a break. Buy a car or go on holiday, and everything will go away."

3. Be patient until the explosion. Collect discontent like a bank. And when you have no more strength left, slam the door. You'll figure out what to do next later.

4. Listen to the advice of others. Be sure to collect the stories of those who failed. And let them become your main reference point.

5. Start with chaos. Immediately rush into a job search in a new field - without analysing your values, goals or motivation. Your intuition will tell you!

6. Throw away your experience. Everything that happened before doesn't matter. Experience and achievements? Forget it. It is not necessary. Repeat to yourself: "Who will remember that I used to do this?", "No one needs my experience in the old field here" or "I'm starting from scratch, so I have nothing."

7. Forget about your strengths. And if you do know them, consider them "worthless". No supports and no planning! Only impromptu, only hardcore.

8. Expect instant success. Fantasise that in a few weeks you will become a pro with millions in income, and clients and employers will be lining up to see you.

9. Grab hold of everything. Take any opportunities that come your way - the main thing is not to think about why you need them. "The project is not interesting at all? It's okay, but at least it will be on my CV." "The job is not about my values? So what, the main thing is to move at least somewhere." Don't waste time asking yourself "Why do I need this?", "Is this really my path?". The main thing is to run and not stop.

10. Don't make a portfolio. Employers and clients will no doubt take your word for it that you are a professional.

11. Avoid the joy of work. Never look for an activity that will make you feel good. And if you like something, quickly think of a hundred reasons why it is impossible: "It's not serious," "There's no stability," or "Who would let me do that?" It's better to stay in your comfort zone and doubt - why risk your pleasure?

Don't thank me!

Of course, these were "harmful" tips. Each of them is just a bit of a joke. In fact, doing the opposite will make your transition much easier and healthier.

If you recognise yourself in at least a few of these points, it's already a signal. Change is possible, but it doesn't have to be done blindly and in chaos. Working with a coach will help you to understand your real motivations, values and goals, so that your career transition becomes more conscious and painless.

If you are at a crossroads and want to understand where to go next, we invite you to consultation. Together we will find your own path.