Careershifters blog

“I didn’t choose a completely new field, but rather followed the underlying thread in my work.” 

If you’ve ever wondered whether what you’re going through is normal – the confusion, the loneliness, the years of going round in circles – our biggest-ever career change study has some answers. Natasha shares what our research reveals about why so many people feel stuck, and what actually helps.

“I liked the idea of being promoted, but not the actual work those promotions would've brought.” 

After years in consultancy and a growing sense that the work wasn’t the right fit, Tiago Dias made the leap into media production. Through determination, networking, and hands-on experience, here’s how he broke into sports media and built a career he truly enjoys.

Goal-setting seems like a smart thing to do in a career change. But it might actually be exactly what's keeping you stuck. Natasha explains why big targets can be a false friend to your shift, and what to do to start making progress instead.

“My decision was shaped by the broader economic challenges and how they affected me personally.” 

After watching his country’s economy unravel around him, Bill Chimuco realised that understanding business wasn’t just a career move – it was a necessity. Here’s how he began building a future in international trade, one small step at a time.