It’s important to understand that you don’t just have to have one career in your lifetime. Many people find their true career desires by disliking the job they currently have, and some people build the courage later in life to retrain and make the change. If you are one of those people wanting to join the fashion industry, carry on reading, this blog will give you important pointers on what to do next.
Things to take into consideration:
Money
Even with your current skills and positive reputation, starting in a fresh industry can mean starting at the bottom of the food chain. This means less money and less responsibility.
However, even if this is a scary thought, think about job satisfaction! If you are miserable in your current position, entering a new industry in a different position for something you're passionate about could change your whole perspective and well-being.
What do you want to do?
Before you take this leap, ensure that you know what you want to do in the fashion industry. If you’re still unsure, head back to our blogs page and explore our blogs further, there are loads to help you make this decision.
A curse and a blessing of the fashion industry is that it is so broad! It’s so competitive but there is a range of jobs on the creative spectrum, therefore suiting different people with different specific interests. So think, what do you actually want to do? Were you steering more towards styling and shopping or designing?
Do you have any transferable skills?
Once you’ve thought about the position you’d like to work towards, think about if you have any transferable skills.
Have you got any skills from your current job that transfer over?
If so, draw attention to them, put them on your CV and mention them in your cover letter. This will make the recruiter know, although you’re starting out fresh, you still have some relevant skills under your belt!
Take courses
If you find yourself to be unsure of the positions you’re going to be applying for, why not take a short course to gain knowledge of whether you’ll be suited to this role? You don't need a bachelor’s degree to have a basis of knowledge to enter the industry.
So test the waters and see.
At the end of the day, this is a big decision for you to make. It could be life-changing. But make sure you have done all you can to know you are doing the right thing before making that leap, and once you have… Read our blogs on building your career and network in the industry.
If you’ve already made this leap into the industry, or just want to look at potential job options, why not get in touch with us or browse our jobs board today?
