>>ARE YOU IN CRISIS?

Stressed, apathetic, and unhappy with your job? You may be having a mid-career crisis. They say a midlife crisis, a major career dilemma, is common and experienced by practically every working individual. For some people, excessive work, poor pay, and lack of motivation and challenge are the root causes. But whatever the cause, the ultimate key to surviving this stage is embracing it and taking it as a sign that you need to make changes.

It may be easier said than done, especially if you've been stuck in your company for a long time and have no other job experience, but it's never too late. Don't be afraid to get out of your comfort zone. As cliched as it may sound, many of us delay our plans because we are afraid to leave the life and career that we have gotten accustomed to, not realizing the (greater) opportunities that are waiting for us.

More often than not, we discourage ourselves by entertaining thoughts like "What if i don't get a job right away?" or "What if I make the wrong decision?" This kind of thinking will jst keep you stuck where you are. Leaving your job is never an easy decision to make, but if you stay and still find yourself constantly bogged down in a negative space over your job, you will just end up working inefficiently. Thus, it is better to move on.

Then again, decide after you've thouroughly assessed yourself. Spur-of-the-moment decisions might just make situations worse, so better lay down your plans and options. write down your favorite activities, things you're interested in, and things that you're good at (skills). It's best to look for a career that will enable you to exercise your talent, and most of all, a job you will enjoy. Don't forget to include your short-and long-term goals and select a career that will allow you to meet these dreams. You may also consider taking a master's degree, as this will significantly enhance your qualifications if you plan to look for a better and a higher-paying job.

Then again, you can always take a second degree or short cerificate courses if you want to shift to a totally different career and want to learn new things/skills. On the other hand, those who weren't able to finish college might consider finishing school to expand their knowledge. Besides, no one is too old to go back to school (or to change careers). You may either take online courses (long-distance education)or attend the conventional classroom type of school and foster new relationships. So go ahead and make a change. You will never know that opportunities are waiting for you unless you take this big step (which is to leave your current job and get out of your comfort zone