Mid-life career changers frequently consider relocation as part of their career planning. Sometimes they want to move to be closer to family and they wonder if they can find jobs in a new location. Or they’re experiencing layoffs, industry changes or just general boredom and they want to move to a new place. Moving can […]
Relocation
Should you relocate to accept a new job? How to decide
Nearly every career coaching client negotiates a balancing act between location and career choice. Many people invest more time setting up a moving van than asking themselves, “Can I be happy here?” One of the most stressful relocation decisions comes when you get an exciting job offer. At first it doesn’t seem like a problem…unless […]
Considering career change + overseas relocation? Here’s a guide…
Just came across a book Grown-up’s Guide to Running Away From Home: Making a New Life Abroad by Rosanne Knorr. The title of this book is somewhat misleading: it’s really a detailed guide to overseas relocation. Knorr’s book gets 5 stars simply because it does what it promises: offers a straightforward guide to those who […]
Relocation Reviewed: Richard Florida and Who’s Your City
Richard Florida introduced the notion of cultural creatives to the world. He tells us that tolerance of diverse population groups – old, young, gays, straights and more – predicts happiness with a community. Now he introduced a new book, Who’s Your City. The premise of this book is that where you live matters. Most new […]
Relocation question: how to pack up and move all your stuff
A reader sent me this question: Q. I basically want to sell all of my things, pack up the car and move out west with nothing. I am looking for a resource on how to do just that. Most specifically, how to sell my items off to help finance the move. I don’t know if […]