I once worked with a gentleman named Will. He had been in one industry for a long time as an engineer with experiences very unique to that industry. He was looking for opportunities outside the industry, in part so he didn’t have to relocate.
Will put together a functional resume, a format which helped prospective employers easily see his skills and experiences that could be used in the other industry. As an engineer he did a lot of project management and was very skilled with computers.
He got a job with a company in that new industry. I happened to know the hiring manager, and I asked him why he hired Will.
He said: “The job he will be taking is one where the products are new to all of us, so he’s not at a disadvantage. And as an engineer I like how Will thinks.”
He’s continued to do well in that new industry.
Can you jump to another industry? It’s quite possible, particularly if you tell your story—understand what skills you can bring to that new industry and make your case.
There are training videos on the web site of my faith community and a handout the videos reference. This content is free. Please consider passing along: https://www.thetablempls.com/jobresources
#career #careercoach #jobhunting #careers #jobsearch
Mark Hirschfeld 
Leave a Reply