If you’re considering making a move to a different role or industry later on in your career, here are some ways to set yourself apart from your more junior competition. Start by highlighting skills that require years of work to master. These are the personal skills (like dependability, punctuality, and commitment), interpersonal skills (like collaboration and leadership), and soft skills (like independence and alignment with company values) that have contributed to your career achievements and progress. Then explain how you’ll bring value to the company. Make connections between your past responsibilities and the job you’re applying for. Demonstrating the versatility of your skill set and experience will help set you apart. Next, explain how you’ve grown your skills and knowledge in specific ways that are relevant to your new career. Finally, tap your vast network. Maybe you’ve worked with people who are now executives, board members, or managers. Leverage those relationships to learn about jobs (some of which may not be posted publicly yet), and see if those connections can introduce you to recruiters or hiring managers.
This tip is adapted from “How to Make a Pivot in the Latter Half of Your Career,” by Marlo Lyons
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