Here's how you can conquer fear and uncertainty when considering a career change.

One thing I have learned is that it is usually riskier being stagnant than trying something new. When you step away from your comfort zone and choice to challenge yourself, life tends to surprise you. But you need to be fully committed. Where people fall short is when they have one foot in and one foot out, not giving the new opportunity a 100% try. If you aren’t fully committed, this is where “failure” occurs and then you step back into your self-fulfilling prophecy, convincing yourself to stay with the “safer” option. My most successful deals and roles I have taken on, with the biggest rewards, were all out of my comfort zone. But I always stuck with it and figured out a way.

Evaluating the risks involved in contemplating a career change depends on many factors, including your current stage in life, why you want to make the change, and what you truly want from your career. It's essential to understand your own risk tolerance levels; some people are natural risk-takers, while others need security. Personally, I find that it almost always comes down to taking a leap of faith. If your desire for change is strong enough and coupled with a clear vision of what you want in your life, then taking the risk becomes less of a choice and more of a necessity. Of course, you should do your research, put a plan in place, and understand yourself and what you want. But in the end, you just have to jump!

I'd say start with the end in mind, just like Stephen Covey says. What is your passion, what is your why? Then think about the principle of IKIGAI, are you good at it?, does the world need this?, can you make money out of it? If all of that aligns you have found the path to a more fulfilling and happy you. The thing is that if you haven't done it yet then you need to be asking yourself why and if you don't know then this part needs some work so you can unblock what is holding you back.

Transitioning through uncertainty and conquering fear can be challenging, but by planning the transition and follow a structured approach, it can build confidence and resilience and come through a career change. A coach can help the person through the process step by step by: 1. Get the client to specify the fear and uncertainty and get them to evaluate current situation. 2. Encourage a mindset shift from negative to positive. 3. Set SMART goals and develop a plan with them. 4. Hold the client accountable and coach them through the process. 5. Evaluate and celebrate successes 6. Encourage a lifelong learning mindset to stay adaptable and resilient. #lifecoaching #executivecoaching #planning #transition #resilence #careerchange

Building resilience is about developing the inner strength to bounce back from setbacks and persist through difficulties. It's about maintaining a positive outlook, even when things don't go as planned.

Do the Self-Assessment - Identify Your Fears: Understand what specifically you are afraid of. Is it the fear of failure, financial instability, loss of identity, or something else? Naming your fears can help you address them directly. - Assess Your Strengths and Values: Reflect on your skills, interests, and values. Consider how these align with potential new career paths. Tools like the CliftonStrengths can be helpful.