By Mariam Kigongo

There are many important things to consider before changing careers, such as salary expectation, motivation, networking opportunities, your reputation and what additional education or training you might need. Here are some few steps mainly to consider before you jump hop onto the next career.

1. Motivation

For most of us, we always change our career hoping for a better salary or better benefits. This is not wrong, however it is always important to examine further your motives for changing careers. Usually, people seek a new career because they are dissatisfied with their current work. You want to make sure you really think about the source of your dissatisfaction. Questions one should always ask themselves, “Do you not like a particular aspect of the work? Do you dislike your workplace? Is your salary too low?

About the Author

Nyambura is a senior journalist based in Kampala

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