43: Trying to change careers now

My guest today is trying to change careers now while he has a full-time job, a mortgage and two young kids. David Mock opens up about the challenges he's facing, his immediate concerns (will it work out?, will it be worth it?), and how he's getting through it all. Currently, David feels stuck and he shares how he's working on becoming a certified junior cybersecurity analyst, a new career that would provide personal growth, financial freedom and more flexibility. It could also secure his future in a growing field. Are you working on your career switch, too, like David? Here's hoping you can relate to any part of his story and that his experience and advice will motivate you to keep going. Episode Highlights: Feeling stuck Looking for growth and financial freedom Wanting to change environments Researching a new field Securing a better future Learning from interviews When going back to school is not an option Self-paced studying while having a full-time job and family Taking time for self-care Internships and freelancing How to deal with fear and self-doubt Find David Mock at: Cisco program: Junior Cybersecurity Analyst Career Path October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month . Cybersecurity is a growing industry: Music credit: TimMoor from Pixabay Podcast info: What's your career switch? What do you think about this episode and the show? Tell us at careerswitchpod.com .

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43: Trying to change careers now is an episode from Career Switch Podcast by Lixandra Urresta.

This episode is 25:18 long.

This episode was published on Oct 17, 2023.

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