hallie365: Name: Hallie ZolynskiAge at the time of u-turn: 34 Location: Bozeman, United States Personal links: www.saveaculture.orgwww.firstgiving.com/halliezolynski1 |
Year of change: 2009 Changed from:- Healthcare, Practitioner & Technician: EMT/Surgical Tech Years in old career: 3 Changed to: Years in new career: 4 Educational background: |
What did you do before you made your u-turn ? I worked in an ambulance, a hospital and then in the service industry.What do you do now ? I am the owner of a gallery diplaying my artwork and my families.Why did you change career ? I needed to be in a career were I feel inspired and passion.How did you make the change and what was your first step ? The first step was quiting my job.How long did it take from the decision to change career to completing your u-turn ? 5 monthsWhat were the most difficult things about your u-turn ? Having to run a business, advertise it, and start all over.What were the easiest things about your u-turn ? Getting to creat my artwork. What came as a surprise when you were making your u-turn ? How other aspects of what I want to do came about.How did you cope financially when you changed career ? I cut back on everything I did.What skills and knowledge did you have that were useful in the field you were entering ? Social skills, advertsing, and listening to people.What help did you get ? Could you use your existing network ? If yes – in what way ? Family help.What is your best advice for anyone who wants to make a big career change ? Make sure you are doing it for the right reason. |
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