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Patch Poll: Considering a Career Change?

A new study shows more workers are unsatisfied with their jobs and considering a career change. Are you ready to make a switch?

Contemplating a career change?

You're not alone. A new study shows that job satisfaction is down from five years ago and one out of of three workers are seriously considering leaving their current place of employment, reports Money magazine.

The article offers up some hopeful news for those who are in this position, especially if they hold a college degree, tips for starting over and what sectors are hiring.

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According to the article:

In good times or bad, reinventing yourself is no easy task. To start over in a new field, you may have to invest considerable time and money for training or a degree. You'll probably earn less at the outset. And to get hired in the first place, you'll have to convince a prospective boss that you're right for the job.

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In today's Patch Poll, we want to hear from you. Are you considering a career change? Vote in the poll below and feel free to sound off in the comments section below.


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