The Blog - Changing my Mindset P.6

July 20th, 2015

Setting a new Goal and getting amazed as the universe conspires to make it happen.

A few weeks ago I started a soft evaluation of what I loved the most in all the jobs I’ve ever had. I have always loved when I could teach, train, or coach others. I have always offered it as an extra service I could bring an employer. It is without a doubt, the task that challenges and enriches me the most. I get to contribute to the team with what I love and what I am very, very good at… teaching! It’s what I studied to be in university, after all. Time to get back on track.

The idea started to solidify in my mind and heart. I want to be a Corporate Trainer.

Definition: A corporate trainer is a specialized skill development position in a corporation where the goal is to help improve the performance of the employees. The performance areas can range from "soft skills" or "people skills" to “hard skills” relating to specific technical tasks.

I believe in signs that tell us to move forward on instincts, so here are the ones I caught.

1- A dinner with family where two people reminded me how much of a good teacher I am, and asked if I would ever pursue that career again. I heard myself answering that I was considering it… maybe as a corporate trainer, or CEGEP teacher.

2- A dinner with a friend who does recruiting as part of her job, and has a knack of getting me to focus some thoughts. The discussion again revolved around teaching and how I explain geeky topics so clearly & passionately. She suggested I consider consultation and be the guy who trains the clients on the solutions sold to them.

3- A gathering with many friends, where the question of career changes was discussed and what I could do next suggested. Several suggested the teaching angle and when I described my understanding and motivation towards Corporate Trainer, they expressed approval.

4- I’ve been on a waiting list for an exclusive networking / career coaching group. I got the call this morning. Due to a cancellation, I can start tomorrow. I took the opportunity.

I must say that evaluating a career change is a big challenge. For me it required questioning my fears, filtering a variety of advice points, and trying on the decisions to see how they feel. If it felt good, pursue it deeper, watch for the signs, have faith in my instincts.

Yes, I know this is all easier said than done, but I made a decision; now I’m pursuing a plan of action, evaluating the results of the sub-actions, and making course corrections when needed.

It’s all uphill from here, my friends and I’m excited to climb. Each step is part of the plan and I have a goal.

See you soon on The Blog!

M.

Bonus info!!!!!

"Great audio mp3 in the Outperformer’s Vault on the science of Total Confidence. OutperformTheNorm.com/ Vault"