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Reader Stories: How I Changed Careers

Have you changed careers? Tell us why you decided to make this change, how you made it and whether or not you are pleased with the results. Please provide advice for others who may be thinking of making a career change.

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My Prior Career*

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Why I Wanted to Change Careers*

Discuss why you wanted to change careers from your prior career to your current career.

How I Changed Careers?*

Write about the steps you took to change your career, e.g., going back to school, on-the-job-training, an internship.

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How did your career change turn out? Are you happier now? What advice would you give to other career changers?

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