When changing careers, try looking at new cities
by Jess Taylor (May 5, 2006)A career change can be a big step. A move can be an even bigger one. But sometimes those are the very kinds of changes that really pay off! If it’s at all possible when you’re doing a job search, try not to confine yourself to just your location – explore options in other cities and states! The Milken Institute Best Performing Cities Index can be a great indicator of job growth can and give you a clue of where to check.
Remember when searching in another city to pay attention to the cost of living – doing a salary and cost of living comparison is really important! The last thing you want to do is pack up and move to your great new job only to find out that it’s actually harder to make ends meet! But with some research, you could end up with not just a wonderful new career, but also a whole new life!