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"A fascinating and extremely helpful book for anyone planning to switch careers-from one of the nation's leading experts on the subject."
Richard Eisenberg, CBS MoneyWatch.com

"Kerry Hannon is a top-rate personal finance journalist filled with smart practical advice."
Diane Harris, Executive Editor, Money magazine

“Follow Hannon’s road-map to make sure you’re on the way to a passionate—and prosperous—career.” |
Jean Chatzky, Best-selling Author of The Difference and Pay it Down
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"A must-read for anyone-at any age-curious about a career change. A perfect blend of inspirational, readable stories and logistical, practical advice," Beth Kobliner,
Author of Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties.
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"Hannon's engaging profiles reflect the passion of those who have chosen to take a different path with their lives while her practical, how-to advice will make the journey smoother for others who are still summoning up the courage to take that leap of faith."
Tim Smart, Executive Editor, U.S. News & World Report

"Kerry Hannon provides an essential roadmap and guidebook, full of great ideas."
Jim Connor, Assistant Managing Editor, CNBC Business News

 "Hannon's practical guide is a must-read for anyone in a career transition and life reinvention."
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Make a move: 6 tips for career changers PDF Print E-mail
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By Richard Eisenberg • July 18, 2010
Read Published Article in USAWEEKEND

usaweekend.com 

Thinking of switching careers? Go for it, but don't be rash, says Kerry Hannon, author of What's Next? Her tips, based on interviews with second-career success stories and career coaches:

A hobby isn't always the answer. “A woman I interviewed loved gardening and thought she'd become a landscape designer, but she realized it would be too solitary,” Hannon says.

Plan for it. “Successful career changers didn't do it impulsively,” Hannon says. You can take classes or volunteer in the field; volunteermatch.org lets you search more than 54,000 listings.

Stash your cash. A new career often means less money initially. Stick to a monthly budget, and pay off your high-interest credit cards.

Network like crazy. Talk with people in the field you hope to join. “People love to talk about themselves,” Hannon says. Entrepreneurs: Check out score.org for free advice.

Leverage your age. Don't consider being over 50 a barrier. “Every job you've had gave you a kit of tools,” Hannon says. Play up your life experience when interviewing.

Get physically fit. Changing careers can take strength and energy.

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