Thinking of Moving on From the Corporate World? 10 Questions to Ask

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Here at the-Coaching Blog-run by Gerard O’Donovan, our aim is to constantly bring value to those seeking to improve their lives. Therefore we have a policy of publishing articles and materials by guest authors whom we value and appreciate. Today’s guest author is Deepak Sawhney (India).
My friends & ex colleagues from corporate world very often talk to me, candidly, their wish to get out of a 10-5 routine and do what their heart desires. Having observed me for few years operating independently in the domain of executive & business coaching, the questions are about when I thought about it & how I went about it? I do share honestly all of it. It seems to build their confidence. I am, however cautious enough to add that each of us who change their career direction have to think through their transition and journey. Each individual is unique and so is their thinking.
At the end of the day, each one of us takes our decisions based on our goals & current situation. It is therefore imperative that we focus on these two and ask ourselves the questions.
My ten questions would be:

1. What would I love doing (goals) if I do not wish to continue a job in the corporate world?
2. What are my key requirements and desires that I want fulfilled by doing what I love?
3. What is special and unique about these requirements that it can only be fulfilled by change?
4. What more do I need to acquire (knowledge & skills) to do that successfully?
5. Who all would be helpful & supportive of my plans & thereafter?
6. Which stakeholders will be impacted by my decision?
7. What could be expectations & needs of the stakeholders that I must take care of? How can I address the needs of my stakeholders (Parents, Kids, Spouse) in the transition phase?
8. What actions would I need to take to be successful in my new career? Am I committed and comfortable doing this?
9. What are my FINANCIAL obligations that I need to manage now & later (within the next 2 years of change)?
10. What would I miss out on, if I do not make a career change now?

There could be questions, different and more, which people who have changed careers could tell you. It is my view that answers to these 10 questions would make you reflect rigorously and ultimately take a better decision.
So when you come to a point where you cannot tolerate where you are, because you want to celebrate your goals, it’s time for a new start. Begin with these questions.
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