Career Change - Art Or Science?

Changing career is not easy! I guess you may have already found that one out for yourself.  You are probably going round and round in circles, hating your job, getting stressed out, but somehow not being able to get off that career merry-go-round and make the change you need.

So how is it that you keep yourself so stuck?   Here are two of the main reasons:

Tunnel vision

When you have worked in one job or career for a while, you begin to get tunnel vision and this stops you from seeing anything other than what lies straight ahead.  When you try to think about alternative career ideas, you start from the basis of what you already do and are familiar with.  It is a bit like exploring a dark room with a narrow beamed torch or flashlight.  The light only illumines a narrow range ahead of you and much of the room remains in darkness.  You just don't see what lies outside the range of the beam of light - and similarly just can't see other career options.

The formula approach

You assume that the solution to your career change challenge is a simple matter of adding up skills and experience and that somehow, this will lead you to the magic career solution.  Yes, an awareness of your skills, interests and experience is useful, but  this rather 'scientific' approach  does not help you to tackle the problem of you career in depth.  I believe it needs a more creative approach - career change is much more of an art than a science.

So what's to be done about it?  If you want to give your career change plans a new lease of life, read on...

360 degree vision

I challenge you to open your mind to new possibilities.  Adjust your torch from narrow beam to wide beam and take a good look round in every direction to see just how many career options are out there.  Make the first stage of your career change a period when anything goes.  Nothing will be ruled out, and anything and everything that appeals to you in any way is put on the table as a possibility to explore.

The lateral thinking approach

Don't expect your career change research to be just a matter of collecting information and adding it all up.  Imagine what you would do if you were starting out without the weight of your current career history behind you.  What would you do?  Instead of starting with what you know, try listing a range of really unlikely careers for you that you just like the sound of.  Start by being contrary and considering the most unlikely options.  Don't expect the answer to your career change to be obvious - it may leap out at you from an unexpected place.

The best approach to changing careers is one that shakes you out of the narrow box you have got locked into and gets you to explore your career change options from a new perspective.

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How to Change a Shower Faucet in 5 Easy Steps

Cannot sleep with the constant drip in the bathroom? Tired of hearing the drip-drip noise from the shower faucet every night? Then here is how to change a shower faucet in just 5 steps ...

It is not a very titanic task to change a shower faucet. But neither is it as simple as unscrewing the old and putting in new. It does require some effort and thinking on your part. Plus you also require some correct tools like wrenches, screwdriver, handle hammer, torch and goggles.

There are basically two basic types of shower faucets. One is the washer type and the other washer-less shower faucet. If the washer is worn out or hardened then that may be the reason for shower leaking. Or it may also be the rubber gasket or the ring which needs to be replaced. Sometimes washer seats may also be the cause of the problem.

The first thing to do if a shower faucet is leaking is to close the main supply of water. Then allow the water in the faucet to drain completely.

Next take off the faucet handle. For this you may have to turn the screw clockwise using screwdriver or knife. Next remove the handle. If it is stuck to the stem then you probably have to use a handle hammer.

Next separate the stem and check the condition of the stem. If the threads are worn out then take them to a retailer and get a new stem. If the brass screws are damaged then they too require replacement. If the stems are dirty, clean them.

Now examine the washer. If the washer has white vinegar or lime deposits then it requires cleaning and replacement. Take them to a dealer who will give you an exact match in size as well as style. Now check the washer seat. If they are worn out then they too have to be replaced. If they have square or hexagonal holes they can be changed. But if the seat has a round hole then you need to use a seat dressing tool.

Now insert the new parts. You can use Vaseline to ensure that it is sealed correctly. Spread a bit of petroleum jelly on the threads of the stem for lubrication. Now put all parts in the reverse order. Switch on the water supply and take a shower test to see if you have replaced everything correctly.

Sometimes the problem may be with the stem too. In such a case you need to install a new packing. If it is noisy shower faucet problem then the problem may be due to loose seat washers. Then tighten the washer following the same steps as outlined above. Poor design and construction may also be the reason for noisiness. In such a case you will have to replace it.

Thus with a little help you can fix the faucet yourself within an hour and sleep peacefully without bothering about the drip.

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