{"id":16213,"date":"2022-11-10T10:53:09","date_gmt":"2022-11-10T03:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog?p=16213"},"modified":"2022-11-10T10:54:00","modified_gmt":"2022-11-10T03:54:00","slug":"realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech","title":{"rendered":"5 Realistic Advice you NEED to Hear when Shifting to Tech"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Did you know that\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.monster.com.ph\/career-advice\/4-reasons-why-filipinos-are-dissatisfied-in-their-current-career-7759.html?spl=PH_contmar_INTCC_AID_7774_IMTS_Campaign&amp;WT.mc_n=olm_sk_INTCC_AID_7774_IMTS_Campaign_MY_contmar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">almost 90% of Filipinos<\/a>\u00a0are open to shifting career paths in order to find a job most suited to them?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And out of the multiple industries in the country, one of the most common sectors that career shifters look towards is the <strong>tech industry<\/strong>. As one of the industries continuously growing each year, there is a sea of opportunities that professionals can take. This was highlighted by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/refocus.me\/ph\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Refocus<\/a>, an online education platform, which cites that only 55% of the demand for IT professionals is being met.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_26 counter-hierarchy\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">TOPICS<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#If_youre_planning_to_shift_to_tech_here_are_5_realistic_pieces_of_advice_you_need_to_hear\" title=\"If you\u2019re planning to shift to tech, here are 5 realistic pieces of advice you need to hear!\">If you\u2019re planning to shift to tech, here are 5 realistic pieces of advice you need to hear!<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#Tip_1_You_need_to_make_sure_that_you_find_your_chosen_industry_fulfilling\" title=\"Tip #1: You need to make sure that you find your chosen industry fulfilling.\">Tip #1: You need to make sure that you find your chosen industry fulfilling.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#Tip_2_You_need_to_learn_how_to_be_independent\" title=\"Tip #2: You need to learn how to be independent.\">Tip #2: You need to learn how to be independent.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#Tip_3_You_need_to_be_prepared_to_feel_lost_at_first\" title=\"Tip #3: You need to be prepared to feel lost at first.\">Tip #3: You need to be prepared to feel lost at first.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#Tip_4_You_need_to_be_resourceful_when_solving_problems\" title=\"Tip #4: You need to be resourceful when solving problems.\">Tip #4: You need to be resourceful when solving problems.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/neo-blog.kalibrr.com\/blog\/realistic-advice-you-need-to-hear-when-shifting-to-tech\/#Tip_5_You_need_to_set_a_time_for_rest\" title=\"Tip #5: You need to set a time for rest.\">Tip #5: You need to set a time for rest.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"if-you%E2%80%99re-planning-to-shift-to-tech-here-are-5-realistic-pieces-of-advice-you-need-to-hear\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_youre_planning_to_shift_to_tech_here_are_5_realistic_pieces_of_advice_you_need_to_hear\"><\/span><strong>If you\u2019re planning to shift to tech, here are 5 realistic pieces of advice you need to hear!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"tip-1-you-need-to-make-sure-that-you-find-your-chosen-industry-fulfilling\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_1_You_need_to_make_sure_that_you_find_your_chosen_industry_fulfilling\"><\/span><strong>Tip #1: You need to make sure that you find your chosen industry fulfilling.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>At the core of every tech company, there is a product or service that you will be selling. In shifting to tech, you must consider which industry you want to enter because you will also be a part of a bigger sector.<\/p>\n<p>You have to believe in the product that you\u2019re working on because this will make you a more effective and productive employee. When you see the value in the service your eventual company will offer, it will be fulfilling for you to go to work each morning.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tip-2-you-need-to-learn-how-to-be-independent\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_2_You_need_to_learn_how_to_be_independent\"><\/span><strong>Tip #2: You need to learn how to be independent.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As a career shifter, you won\u2019t know everything immediately. You\u2019ll start at square one.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s important to research and find the right resources to guide you in your new career. Sure, your mentors will guide you. Some companies also have programs where they allot funds to help employees learn certain skills.<\/p>\n<p>However, don\u2019t be overly dependent on your boss to teach you everything. You have to take initiative to learn the skills you don\u2019t have. There are multiple sources you can use to maximize your potential!<\/p>\n<p><strong>READ:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kalibrr.com\/advice\/2022\/07\/use-these-free-resources-to-improve-your-tech-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Use These FREE Resources to Improve Your Tech Skills<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Do note that learning new skills will need your patience and time. Becoming a master of something won\u2019t happen overnight.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tip-3-you-need-to-be-prepared-to-feel-lost-at-first\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_3_You_need_to_be_prepared_to_feel_lost_at_first\"><\/span><strong>Tip #3: You need to be prepared to feel lost at first.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to a study conducted by Monster, though almost 90% of Filipinos are open to shifting careers industries, 63% of them still have reservations about it. One reason for this is that you will be exposed to different obstacles which can demotivate you.<\/p>\n<p>As a career shifter, you will probably have a lower salary compared to your previous job. This is because you\u2019re going to start fresh as a junior professional first before you rise up the ladder. You\u2019ll also compete with fresh graduates and more experienced career shifters which might make the journey challenging for you.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s also the dilemma of needing to catch up with your colleagues. You will need to learn a considerable amount of technical skills in a short amount of time AND in a high-stakes industry. Aside from that, the tech industry is always changing and you will need to learn and relearn various concepts constantly.<\/p>\n<p>Prepare yourself and know that it\u2019s\u00a0<strong>not\u00a0<\/strong>impossible to succeed.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tip-4-you-need-to-be-resourceful-when-solving-problems\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_4_You_need_to_be_resourceful_when_solving_problems\"><\/span><strong>Tip #4: You need to be resourceful when solving problems.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s one thing to be prepared for challenges at work, and it\u2019s another to be comfortable in dealing with them. The tech industry requires its players to deliver quality work in a fast-paced environment while providing solutions to everyday business problems. These problems may be unexpected, which is why you need to learn how to effectively navigate through these difficulties with the right mindset.\u00a0<strong>The right mindset includes having the heart in solving problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will have multiple questions about the different tasks assigned to you. Before you even ask your supervisors how to solve these problems, do your homework. There are probably other resources where you can find the answers to your questions!\u00a0<strong>Instead of simply giving up since you\u2019re unfamiliar with the task, try to tackle it yourself.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"tip-5-you-need-to-set-a-time-for-rest\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_5_You_need_to_set_a_time_for_rest\"><\/span><strong>Tip #5: You need to set a time for rest.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The last piece of advice that you need to hear is that you have to\u00a0<strong>rest.\u00a0<\/strong>The industry is already hard and exhausting enough, what more if you work with no sleep?<\/p>\n<p>Sleep is something that is non-negotiable, but sometimes we\u00a0<strong>need<\/strong>\u00a0the reminder that\u00a0<strong>we have to take care of ourselves.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Are you afraid that you might miss deadlines when you rest? Without sleep, you wouldn\u2019t be effective and productive anyway! It\u2019s scientifically proven that the lack of sleep results in lesser brain function. According to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/health\/wellness-and-prevention\/the-science-of-sleep-understanding-what-happens-when-you-sleep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">John Hopkins<\/a>, the lack of sleep also exposes you to more health risks such as depression and the worsening of migraines.<\/p>\n<p>To help you stay in optimal shape to advance in your new industry, make sure to rest.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, these are the different pieces of advice you need to hear in shifting to tech. These will hopefully help you when you eventually take the chance and change career paths!<\/p>\n<p>However, note that this article was not written to scare you. It\u2019s just at certain times, we\u00a0<strong>need<\/strong>\u00a0reality checks.<\/p>\n<p>Sure, the prospects of shifting to a new industry are great. There might be opportunities in store for you that will help you to become the best you can be, but we shouldn\u2019t dive into those opportunities without taking into consideration the different hurdles we will face.<\/p>\n<p><em>If this article helped you, feel free to follow Kalibrr on social media for more career advice and tips!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Kalibrr is a recruitment technology company that aims to transform how candidates find jobs and how companies hire talent. Placing the candidate experience at the center of everything it does, we continue to attract the best talent from all over, with more than 5.5 million professionals and counting. Kalibrr ultimately connects these talents to companies in search of their next generation of leaders.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The only end-to-end recruitment solutions provider in Southeast Asia, Kalibrr is headquartered in Makati, Philippines, with offices in San Francisco, California, and Jakarta, Indonesia. Established in 2012, it has served over 18,000 clients and is backed by some of the world\u2019s most powerful start-up incubators and venture capitalists. These include Y Combinator, Omidyar Network, Patamar Capital, Wavemaker Partners, and Kickstart Ventures.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>For more tips on acing job interviews, follow Kalibrr on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Tiktok.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that\u00a0almost 90% of Filipinos\u00a0are open to shifting career paths in order to find a job most suited to them? 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