Perspective | Carolyn Hax: Job-hunter trying a new career feels like a fraud

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Perspective: A middle-age job hunter is changing careers and feels like a fraud for even applying for jobs “I've never done before.”

Wait a sec. You are applying for jobs you want to do and would take if you got them. Okay so far. If you get the job, you will do the work to the best of your ability. Okay there, too. If you can’t do the work, then your new employer will either train you or reassign you or let you go. That’s all part of the process, too.Advertisement

So you’re doing great as far as I can tell. You’re scared and you’re still trying. In certain circles, that is badassery, in fact. Good luck with your search.Oversharing has been an issue with me for as long as I can remember, and while I was hoping I’d be getting better by doing wild things like listening and asking people questions, showing interest in them first, etc., I feel like I regressed somewhat during the pandemic.

 

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At 45 I switched from a white collar management role to learn a trade. 3 years into being an electrician and way fucking happier. It was tough but no one ever said life was fair or easy.

I wouldn’t worry about it. I’ve met plenty of people with loads of experience that are objectively terrible at their jobs. Better to be capable and willing to learn than to have the perfect resume.

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