How would you find out what your perfect career would be at 40? I hate Accounting and want to change careers.

Answer 1

Here is one thing you can do: plan to get paid for your talents. Sit down and list several things you enjoy doing (loving on pets) or are very good at (detail oriented and good with numbers). Then go back and think of how that can translate into a profession (veterinarian or vet's assistant responsible for completing files, invoicing, and billing). Then go back and think of the possible employers (Veterinarians). Then search the internet for them.

The other thing you can do, especially if you are struggling with the above, is go to www.analyzemycareer.com and pay for their assistance in finding your dream job.

Answer 2

The old adage really is true - do what you love if you want success and fulfillment. Think about what you really love to do and what jobs would allow you to do that. For instance, if your passion is planning and hosting parties, work towards becoming an event coordinator or wedding planner. If you love research and digging for answers, take courses to become a paralegal. Unfortunately, it's hard to just change careers without additional education and maintain the same income level, but if you're determined to do it, the payoff can be well worth the effort.

Answer 3

It would be worth the time and the money to sit down with a career counselor and have your resume done. You will be given personality tests and they will ask your likes and dislikes, goals, strengths and weaknesses. Then they can write your resume geared toward whatever your new career choice should be.
Good luck and enjoy whatever you change over to.

Answer 4

Have you considered teaching?

There is a need for math teachers and many states have programs set up for job changers to get certified to teach courses related to their prior fields.

Don't know that it would be "perfect" but it would be something different.