How do you plan your career journey?

I've had quite the journey, transitioning from Fashion to entrepreneurship and delving into Front-end development before finding my passion in UX design. Each shift brought its challenges and successes, highlighting the need for a clear roadmap. Passionate about guiding others through their career paths, I'm seeking your insights! How do you plan your career journey? How do you break down big goals into achievable steps? Do you set short-term or long-term deadlines? When it comes to prioritizing career goals, what factors do you consider? Skill shuffling is key when transitioning careers. How do you identify and leverage existing skills for a new path? Have you discovered surprising connections between skills from different fields?Your input will help our humble team craft a roadmap that might help many people navigate their career changes more smoothly. Please leave your thoughts in the comments below!

KQ·Oct 22

it's not always a clear path. the path may involve multiple parallel paths. lateral moves are not off the table. open space to explore multipassionate interests.

marynakosau·Oct 25

That's a great point! It's true that career paths aren't always linear, and sometimes the most rewarding journeys involve unexpected turns.I'm curious to know: How do you balance exploration and focus when pursuing multiple interests? Do you have a specific strategy to avoid feeling overwhelmed or scattered?

KQ·Oct 26

I follow my heart + ask my intuition about the best next step for me. Curious, do you know your human design?

MargaritaA·Oct 29

Hi @KQ, I wonder what do you mean under human design? I'm working with Maryna on building the roadmaps for career changes and I wonder if understanding human design might be helpful?

KQ·Oct 31

human design helped me understand my energy + how it's designed to work in the world (and interact with others). it's been insanely helpful for me. you can pull a free chart at myhumandesign.com + if you need help decoding it, I do offer readings + an intro masterclass! but, there are TONS of resources online.

marynakosau·Oct 29

That’s interesting! Thank you for your response. I’m not familiar with Human Design. Could you please elaborate on how it has helped you in your career planning? I’m always open to learning new approaches.

KQ·Oct 31

human design really helped me when I was in corporate. I am a projector. we are 20% of the population. our energy is deep + penetrative, needs to be invited in. seeing things under the surface (that many were not ready to see), I understand how I needed to wait to be invited in to share my insights, so I didn't feel unrecognized. it was a huge pivot for me. now, I apply similar principles in building my own business. as with any system, I always say suck out the juice + spit out the pits - take what resonates + leave the rest behind. we always know ourselves best. x

rachelserwetz·Oct 25

Hi @marynakosau! The key to a successful career journey is thoughtful planning and ongoing reflection to help you navigate each transition effectively. I recommend starting by clarifying both short- and long-term goals. Each month, reflect on where you are and set small, achievable goals that bring you closer to your big vision. Prioritizing can feel overwhelming, so focus on skills and experiences that align closely with your target role and industry.Breaking down big goals is all about making them manageable and specific—consider using milestones to track progress. You can also think about how skills from one field might strengthen your approach in a new field. For instance, skills from Fashion or entrepreneurship might contribute to problem-solving and creativity in UX. Here are some resources to help you strategize and build a roadmap for career transitions: Blog on monthly career goals and Career Development Tips Video.PS, I’m Rachel. If you'd like to chat further about career strategies, check my profile to book a call.

raqueltorres·Oct 28

Would love to hear about your transition into front-end development, that's quite a shift!

marynakosau·Oct 29

I'm happy to share my story and chat about it. Let me know when you have time.