Don’t always listen to the weird things that people talk about when you mention the fact that you want to change your job. Actually, most people haven’t got a clue about changing careers and are too frightened too, therefore a lot of what is spoken on this subject isn’t experience based and is mainly nonsense.I’ve created a set of advice posts on these blogs to explain what is really going on with the whole issue of vocational alterations. Hopefully by using this post and other articles that I have written for you, you will find yourself better prepared and able to tackle your next interview more strategically.What follows here is a series of career myths that are doing the rounds and which you need to take a balanced view on.

1. Career Myth: Always have a back-up plan

   Sometimes having a back-up plan is the smart and prudent course of action. Back-up plans are so grown-up and responsible. But what happens when you’re standing with one foot in and one foot out? In my experience, we usually close the door and retreat. We are reluctant to commit to ourselves, and we end up denying ourselves the satisfaction of playing full-out, getting dirty and sweaty. We end up with feelings of regret and the nagging “What if?” question.

   Back-up plans diffuse our energy. Diffused energy equals diffused results. Give all that you’ve got to your dream/passion/risk and you’ve got a better chance of being successful.

2. Career Myth: Asking “What’s the best thing for me to do?” is the right question

   This is one of the most common questions asked when considering a career change or a career move. It seems like a logical analysis – weigh the pros and cons and evaluate the balance.

   Do not ask yourself this question!! It rarely leads you to the answers you’re seeking. It will lead you to feeling overwhelmed with options (sound familiar?), or feeling like you have to choose what’s practical over what seems to be impractical.

   The question that will lead you to answers is simple (but not easy!!) It is “What do I really want to do?” This is a very different question than “what’s best?”

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