Successful Career Change in a Week (Teach Yourself)

Two high-profile career consultants guide readers through the process of making a successful and beneficial career change

Sunday: Use research to test the strength of your ideas and identify your transferable skills. Monday: Understand the financial implications of changing your job and find ways to supplement your income. Tuesday: Overcome lack of skills and experience by gaining new qualifications and considering work experience. Wednesday: Assess the opportunities available within your company and convince your employers of your aspirations. Thursday: Create an effective CV for the outside job market and learn how to get noticed without experience. Friday: Explore your options when career change is forced on you and use the temporary job market as your "Trojan horse." Saturday: Reduce your hours and responsibilities in your current job or find a career which is less demanding.