The fear that comes along with making the decision to change careers is overwhelming at times. There were moments that I wondered if I made the rig...
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Thank you thank you for sharing. something I've always struggled with is going back down to "entry level" if I switch professions. I live in a crazy expensive city and I'm a mother, whether it's worth the risk and the pay cut scares me.
As someone who just had their first tech interview today, I really appreciate this post. Thank you.
While the interview went well, I came out realising all of my insecurities about changing professions and second guessing my decision to switch. Imposter syndrome plagues a lot of tech people, but I think it can cripple those who are actually changing their ‘comfort-zone’ profession to a new one.
Your suggestions are helpful to me especially about taking my time and not having to rush out of my old profession while I study.
Hey, I know this is a strange place to reach out like this, but it's my only option. I'm sure you're already searching for a job in tech, and if so, all the best! I just wanted to make sure you knew about one option that might help you transition careers if you need/want it: mousepawmedia.com/internships
It lists the internship as closed right now, but we have an unusual situation this summer that I might be able to leverage to open it up a bit sooner than August if you're interested. PM me if you have any questions. :)
This is really encouraging, thanks!
When I left software engineering to go to sales, it took around 4 years to make that switch. A lot of ups and downs there, but I pretty much did everything listed here.