The number one thing to do before contemplating a career change is to pray. After my clients have booked an appointment, I ask them first and foremost to begin praying and seeking God on what He has to say about the career exploration process. I oftentimes encourage them to spend time in prayer, fasting, and seeking God’s opinion on the topic. Ideally, they would set aside a day to fast, pray and/or journal before our session. During this time, it would be wise to seek out what God has to say about your next steps. I additionally sometimes encourage my clients to ask the Lord to give them dreams, visions, and specific scriptures. Paying attention to confirmation through movies, music and conversations with friends and loved ones is a prudent thing to do as well. The Bible says, “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all of your heart” (Jer. 29:13 NIV). Make seeking Him the number one thing you do before contemplating a career change. I am confident that you will find Him there in the midst of your process.

Denise Payne, MS
Certified Career Coach