#220: Should You Make a Career Pivot as a New Parent? –
Making a career pivot is no small feat, but when you’re a new parent it can feel that much more overwhelming.
You’ve probably thought about the various implications and asked yourself a handful of questions:
- Is the time right?
- Should I take time to settle into my new role as a parent first?
- Does a career pivot even make sense?
When you become a parent, life changes in drastic and sometimes unexpected ways. Parenthood is perhaps the most significant life “reset” you can imagine.
Your perspective shifts, and time becomes that much more of a valuable commodity. The “why” behind your work takes on a whole new level of gravity.
If you find yourself rocking a cradle while wondering if your current job still fits the person you’ve become, a career pivot might be in your future.
While the idea of changing lanes while raising a little one might seem overwhelming, it can be the most strategic time to realign your professional life with your new reality.
In this article, we’ll explore the various ways a career pivot can support your family’s needs as you explore life as a new parent.