Expert: Leigh Ishikawa - 2/6/2008

Question
Hello there, I am looking for some advise on what direction to take.. I got my BSc in MIS back in 03 but never got to work in any areas related to my degree. Was working as a program manager managing client programs and had to relocate.  I now trying to find a job and would like some advise on what path to take... Thanks in advance

Answer
Hi Sandra,  (I assume you fat-fingered your own name?)

This is a very vague question and I can't answer it with the limited question you have left.

Meanwhile, you should realize that:
1. Any time you have a career change, your usually take a salary hit.  The exception is when you stay within the same network (e.g. organization) and people are willing to take chance on you because you have a track record.
2. You will need to work your way up again.

That said, getting your foot in a door is probably the most difficult.  Try to use your network and see if someone can vouch for the quality of work you have produced in the past.

Feel free to provide me with more information, if you would like a more in-depth answers.

Good Luck,

Leigh