Jodi K. on November 5, 2020
Career Change,
Job Search,
Resume Building and Writing,
Work/Life/Cancer Balance
I am changing Careers from a Nanny of 15 years to Work in Multimedia. This is a very new step for me as I am also recovering from 2 Cancers, I had one surgery on June 24th,2019, and one on November 19th,2019. I have no idea how to make a resume and then how to find a job in Multimedia without any job experiences. I also would love to find a job that would incorparte my love of sports too.
2 Comments
Nicole Jarvis, LMSW
Nov 9, 2020
Cancer and Careers Staff Comment:
Hi Jodi,
Thank you for writing to us. Congratulations on your upcoming bachelor’s degree! While it can certainly be scary to change careers while still recovering, we have a number of tools and resources that will hopefully make this transition a little bit easier.
Understandably, you might have concerns because multimedia is a change from nannying, however, many skills you used in your career as a nanny that could transfer well into this new industry. For instance, time management, following a schedule, and staying organized – these are all skills that are heavily used when caring for children, and can translate into a different professional environment. Additionally, your love of sports can help provide you a little more direction as you begin to look for positions that fit with your education and interests.
I have passed your question along to one of our career coaches but in the meantime, I encourage you to take a look at some of our job searching resources that can assist you as you begin the process:
Best of luck as you embark on your job search!
Kind regards,
Nicole Jarvis, LMSW
Senior Manager of Programs
Cancer and Careers
Kathy F.
Nov 11, 2020
Hi, Jodi,
Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! That is a huge feather in your cap that will give you a nice foundation for a career going forward.
Since you are not yet graduated, I would recommend a few things to advance your job search.
Jodi, I think you have a wonderful adventure ahead of you, in spite of the challenges you had this past two years. I encourage you to dig in to this task of job search with joy about your achievements, and a focus on the promise your future holds.
My congratulations and blessings for a bright future,
Kathy Flora, Career Coach and cancer survivor.
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