Subject: Confused about restarting a career
Date: 4-Mar-2008
Question: Hi, I am already working as a medical transcriptionist, but i am interested in changing my career. I wish to pursue something career that is more creative. I am confused as to whether I should take up animation or jewellery design or any other career as I have equal interest in all creative options. I am not able to clearly decide. I also want to choose a creative career that gives me a good change of promotion and financial growth as I do have certain responsibilities which needs money.
Please help, I am confused and frustrated.
Answer: A career change from medical transcription to animation or jewellery design calls for a well thought out process. You need to know why you want to change,what are you looking for that your present job is unable to provide, do you have the aptitude for designing and how sure you are about your creativity. You would need to go for a complete 'make-over' in terms of your qualifications and experience. Promotional growths and finance follows once you are good at your job. It would be advisable if you could discuss at length about your current move with a career counselor and go for some tests-aptitude, interest, personality etc. to give you a clearer picture. Please do not take a decision in haste.
