Let me guess. 

You studied hard in high school, worked your butt off in college, and did what you were supposed to get your career underway. You’ve held low-paying positions, worked for crappy management, and checked off everything you were supposed to on the proverbial Career Success Checklist.

You thought you were finally underway for where you wanted to be in life. 

And now, suddenly, you are being forced to change your career. 

Even though all of us have heard the saying, “Life happens,” we’re still surprised when drastic changes head our way. 

But I gotcha covered. 

Here are some tips on how facing your fears and making a career change might just be the best thing you could do for yourself. 

Name Your Fear and What’s Behind It

It will feel safest to stay inside your comfort zone. You may think that’s the only way to keep your peace of mind, financial security, or even what makes you happy. 

But that’s not always the case.