Career Transitions & Quitting Advice

Advice for making moves and moving on.

Career Transitions & Quitting

How to Know if It’s Time for a Career Change

Find out why many Americans pivot their careers, and if it's time for you to join them.

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jul 17, 2020

10 min read

A professional woman over 50 confidently interviews with a panel, symbolizing a successful career change later in life.

Career Transitions & Quitting

Ideas for a Career Change at 50: A Step by Step Guide to Making the Switch

A career change at 50 can lead to better pay, flexibility, or more meaningful work. Explore ideas, no-degree jobs, and practical steps to make the switch.

By Kirsten Chorpenning, Career Advice Writer

Updated: May 18, 2026

17 min read

4 signs it’s time to hire a career coach

Career Transitions & Quitting

Strategies to Help You Quit the Job You Hate

Every situation is unique, but you can use these tips as guidelines to help ease your way.

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 16, 2021

5 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

How to Explain Your Reasons for Leaving a Job

These answers will help show hiring managers that you’re no quitter.

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice Writer

Updated: Jun 21, 2021

7 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

7 things you should never do after getting fired

By Emily March, Career Advice WriterUpdated: May 31, 20185 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

What Information Can an Ex-Employer Give Out in a Reference?

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Feb 26, 20188 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

Relocating for work? Here’s your moving checklist

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Nov 15, 20176 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

How to make the transition from corporate to startup culture

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: Jul 27, 20177 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

When to switch jobs to maximize your income

By Elizabeth Muenzen, Career Advice WriterUpdated: May 19, 20176 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

3 questions to ask yourself before making an internal move

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Feb 27, 20175 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

What to do when you’re excruciatingly bored with your career

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Feb 16, 20176 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

How to pivot into a new career

By Toni Frana, Career Advice ExpertUpdated: Sep 13, 20167 min read

Career Transitions & Quitting

5 tips for rebuilding your confidence when you’ve been out of work

By Megan Dawkins, Career Industry EditorUpdated: Sep 13, 20165 min read

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