What do you do if your career in technological innovation takes an unexpected turn?

O mercado e as profiss?es est?o mudando numa velocidade sem precedentes, ent?o a principal tendência que podemos observar é que poucas pessoas estar?o fazendo o mesmo ao longo de todas as suas carreiras. Isso tem efeitos práticos já muito claros: 1. N?o adianta entrar em panico, você precisará entender quais s?o as suas habilidades que se transportam para outros contextos 2. A habilidade de aprender ganhará cada vez mais relevancia no mercado 3. Mudar de carreira n?o significa necessariamente “dar passos atrás” e essas mudan?as ser?o coisas comuns e mais frequentes

An effective strategy of steering a successful career in technology lies in actively predicting, participating in, and even influencing the trends and shifts in the industry. Being aware of industry and tech trends is not merely about staying informed; it's about critically analyzing these trends to foresee potential impacts and opportunities for innovation within your sphere of influence. Taking an active stance means positioning yourself not just as a consumer of trends, but as a contributor to the evolution of the industry. This involves engaging with professional communities, contributing to open-source projects, publishing thought leadership pieces, or even starting a venture.

If your career in technological innovation takes an unexpected turn, it's important to keep an open mind and adapt to the new circumstances. Firstly, take some time to reflect on your goals, skills, and interests, and assess how they align with the new direction your career is taking. Next, be prepared to learn and develop in new areas, acquiring new skills and knowledge as needed. Additionally, maintain a strong professional network that can provide support, guidance, and opportunities on your career journey. Finally, maintain a positive and flexible attitude, seeing changes as opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

Start with finding the areas that fits better with your current strengths (be up to date with current trends and act as an SME in your domain) and work your way up towards your future goals. Be willing to come out of your comfort zone and take risks. Be willing to share, showcase and be open to feedback from your peers, seniors and community members.

Embracing change within the realm of technological innovation has been my journey from researcher and inventor to an IP professional. I believe that each shift in perspective, informed by insights from diverse worlds, is a catalyst for innovation. Remember, it's not just about reaching the summit, but relishing every moment of the exhilarating climb. The personal learning curve has been steep, and every step fueled by curiosity has been immensely rewarding.