Changing Careers?

I read an article today that mentioned...."Switch Fields In As Little As Two Years".  Two years!?!?!  Are you kidding me? 

After I graduated from college, it took some time to get my footing on what I wanted to do, what I liked, what I didn't.  My first job I had lined up before I graudated college was working in the hospitality industry.  It took me less than three months.....more like three days to know I didn't want to work in that area.  I stayed at it for 3 months and then gave my notice.  It took me two weeks, not two years, to find my next job........er, career.

Granted, if you need a new degree or certifications, that may take some time....and two years may be the timeline, if not longer.  I mean, if you're going from janitor to lawyer or doctor...that will take a few years.  But, let's face it.....that's a pretty drastic career change.  Most people can explore new markets, industries, etc., and use their experience, network and desire to get into a new field of choice.

Realizing unemployment is at its peak and with the economy still in states of chaos, the lines could be long in getting into the new career door.  If you're looking to move to a new career....I'm rooting for ya and hope it doesn't take too long.  But, I'm betting it won't take you two years.

XOXOXO