Professions that can be learned quickly. Training and mastering new professions, completing professional courses or not

The educational process has remained virtually unchanged since the 15th century, when the first printing press was invented. But now there is an opportunity to learn from teachers who are thousands of kilometers away. Together with the educational service, we tell you how to master the IT profession, get an internship and get a job. And all this without leaving home.

The material was written with the support of GeekBrains.

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Five years ago, online education was not considered a serious alternative to university education. Now even large companies are sending their employees to online classes. As, for example, Google does this, which recruited 80 thousand of its employees to take a Udacity course on HTML5.

Of course, online education has disadvantages. For example, students do not have sufficient motivation to learn, since there is no feedback from the teacher and there is practically no control. But in modern services these problems have been solved - in GeekBrains, for example, you can take courses in real time, as well as submit homework assignments, which will be checked by teachers, and the result of which will be discussed in detail in the next lesson.

In 2015, a third of students around the world completed their courses to the end, which is several percentage points more than last year. And every year the figure is only growing.

Now educational services can give students a full-fledged profession. Together with the educational platform GeekBrains, we have selected seven popular professions and told you how to get them without leaving home.

Web Developer

Average salary: 90 thousand rubles

The path to a profession is usually long and difficult. If you make a mistake at the very beginning of this path and choose the wrong specialty, it will be very difficult to work in the future. And if education was paid, the situation is even sadder. However, you can always change it. All you need is desire, patience and work.

To master many types of activities, neither higher nor secondary specialized education is required. It may be enough to complete special courses. But it is not uncommon for a person’s hobby to become his profession. This means that it is quite possible to master some professions on your own.

To succeed in this matter, you will have to work hard. Most likely, you will need to put in even more effort than when studying at a university or college. The main obstacle may be your own laziness. After all, no one will control you, there will not even be an incentive in the form of getting good grades.

The basis of any profession is knowledge. You can get them from thematic literature, textbooks and from numerous Internet sources. The last option will be even more effective. Unfortunately, the information in the book is not updated. A textbook published several decades ago can still be very useful today. However, a specialist who wants to succeed in his work needs to be aware of the current state of affairs. It's easier to find up-to-date information on the Internet. You can quickly find answers to your questions in numerous thematic articles, blogs, social networking groups and forums.

For example, in order to master the computer programs necessary for the work of any designer, it is not necessary to attend the appropriate courses. You can study all the functions of the same Corel Draw, InDesign or PRO100 on the Internet. A beginner in interior design or web design will be able to find detailed, step-by-step instructions for using these programs on special websites. And on forums dedicated to design, you have the opportunity to communicate with more experienced specialists and ask for their advice. The same applies to professions such as layout designer, HTML layout designer, web programmer, content manager, site administrator, etc. But it is worth understanding that it is still necessary to have some basic knowledge and skills in these areas: you need to be good at computers, have artistic taste and abilities.

Theory is undoubtedly important. But without practice, you cannot become a full-fledged specialist. You can thoroughly study modern trends, for example, in the art of floristry, hairdressing and manicure, but without practice, all this knowledge will be useful only for broadening your horizons. It is undoubtedly better to understand the intricacies of a particular craft while working. Let it be by trial and error, but learning a profession by experience will be faster. Therefore, if you decide to master any profession on your own, do not miss the opportunity to watch the work of an already established professional and practice yourself. This can be done, for example, by getting a job in a company as an intern, assistant or junior employee.

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But this is not true. We intend to prove to you the opposite: there is work, there is. A real man's work with his hands. This is always in demand - both in good times and in times of crisis. And this is not an unfounded statement. Meet ten men who know how to make money in any conditions. And take an example from them. Or at least just exclaim: “Wow, well done!”

Electrician

I studied for several months in professional retraining courses. In general, I graduated from the Institute of Culture and Arts. He worked at, was even a store director and a business coach. Some people like to work in an office, others don't. No to me.

I work at DEZ. Each of the electricians either has their own client base or foremen with whom you constantly collaborate. The client base develops on its own: a good specialist is always needed.

The DEZs don’t give out anything. However, you don’t need a large amount of tools to work in the EPD, because the work mainly involves operating equipment. The tool will literally cost two thousand rubles if you know what you need.

The working day begins at 9 o'clock in the morning. Officially. But this does not mean that you must be there by nine. You can safely drink coffee without fear of being late. The most important thing is that there are no complaints. Personally, I work in shifts, two after two. I don’t like being tied down, I like relative freedom, and here I feel like I’m on a horse. Here you can see the end result. The light bulb does not light up - you changed the light bulb, it lights up. Immediate satisfaction from your own work.

You can have from 70 to 100 thousand rubles per month. The question is where do you live, how do you work. In any case, there is always work and you can always earn a piece of bread. I still remember very clearly the crisis of 2008, when in my place in the office I was not paid my wages for four months.

There are courses in Moscow called the School of Russian Masters. Training lasts two months, there are full-time and correspondence courses. It costs something around 30 thousand rubles. Then they can hire you as an assistant - a second person, a third person on the team. Courses do not provide practical knowledge. You know the theory, but how does it work in practice... But the community of stove makers does not abandon its people in trouble. You can choose anyone from the list - call, ask. Gradually you learn from your mistakes, from your bumps.

The more you plunge into the profession, the more tools you need. But at first you can get by with a grinder, a trowel, nothing else is needed.

I have been laying stoves since 2010. There are professions where people earn money. There are professions that people do for the soul. And in this work you can combine both. All my clients constantly call, congratulate me on all the holidays, invite me to visit: “If you’re passing by, stop by for tea.”
There is also negativity. Now there are a lot of migrant workers everywhere, they do everything. Starting with the construction of fences and digging wells and ending with the construction of houses and the construction of stoves. When you arrive at the site and find out that you are already the third stove-maker, that the person has been burned twice... But if you know your job, after 5-6 days this negativity disappears and normal relationships appear.

At least 100 thousand rubles per month. More than the average salary in Moscow.

I have a secondary specialized education, I studied after school. You can get a job as an apprentice to a master - usually not very qualified workers go.

A basic set of carpenter's tools will cost about 30 thousand rubles.

Overall I like the work. I enjoy it. Again, variety: you can make both furniture and stairs, especially if you work for yourself. So I just started building a workshop on my site. The only thing that is unpleasant is injuries. Well, yes, two days ago I drilled my hand. I’m already used to having a drop of blood with every order, this is standard. When I make furniture, it’s either a deep splinter or something else.

If you work for hire, on average you can earn 40–50 thousand rubles. And if you do it yourself, like me, then you can easily receive from 30 to 100 thousand rubles a month, depending on orders. You choose when to rest and when to work. I actually have a higher education in economics. But what's the point? Then I will receive the same 30 thousand rubles, but working all month. And as a carpenter, if I put my mind to it, I can earn it in three days.

You don’t have to study at all, since nurses are often required without special education. A few years ago, I found myself in Moscow without a job or a place to live, and at first it so happened that I agreed to babysit a friend’s grandfather, and then I realized that, in principle, I was satisfied with such a life. I work under private agreements, but there are also agencies where they will train you, if necessary, and prepare documents. If you have a medical education, you can do injections, IVs, bandages - you will earn more, although sometimes the difference is very small.

Everything you need, including rubber gloves, is provided by the relatives of the person under your care. All you need is physical strength. And a lot. Sometimes patients are very fat, and they have to be lifted, turned over, and some of them have to be carried to the bathroom, say. And if a person has, then you need to be able to hold him, fix him, if necessary... Also important is the absence of physical disgust and what I would call good-natured indifference: if you worry too much about the patient, it’s harder for you, but being angry with him, getting irritated is the last thing .

Fine. Of course, you are tied to a place; it’s not always possible to even go to the store if there is no replacement. But I am a loner in life, I like to read, watch movies, play games, surf the Internet - and I have enough time for all this. I now have a paralyzed patient who is quite elderly and sleeps most of the time. You wash him, change him, feed him, give him pills, read something out loud to him, go about your business - and the day has passed.

I have my own room in the apartment, a travel card, Internet, full meals and 30 thousand a month for personal expenses. In principle, there is nothing to spend on; I convert almost everything into foreign currency and save it for the future.

I studied at the company, there were three-month courses. And there he immediately got a job. In general, there are now many courses for crane operators, taught by any licensed institution. I don't want to study. There are also requirements for candidates, mainly medical ones. Still, we are dealing with different factors: chemical compounds, elevated temperature. You go through a complete medical examination. If you are healthy in all respects, you are given permission to study.

The cost of the courses is free. And during your training you are also paid some kind of salary.

This is an interesting job. Mechanisms and hardware are something that any man is interested in. You definitely need to know the basics of repairing equipment. Shift work: there is a morning shift, there is an evening shift. Morning - from 6:30 to 14:00, evening - from 14:00 to 22:00. The actual workload is about half a shift, 4–5 hours.
At first, when you are studying, you work in tandem with a slinger who walks under a crane. It shows you the commands you need to understand. Of course, there is still stress, since it is dangerous: the cable can break at any moment. But you get used to it over time.

Salary averages 40–50 thousand rubles. This is a very good salary for our region. My wife works in a kindergarten for 10 thousand. The average salary in our city is 30 thousand rubles. So I'm not complaining.

I joined the organization when I knew nothing, and they trained me. They saw the enthusiasm and hired me. The main thing is to have a desire to learn. Started working in 2005, the work was related to glazing. Now I have been working in greenhouses for several years now.

If I didn't like my job, I would look for something more interesting. I think a person should always strive for the best. The number of orders depends on the season. In the spring the snow melts - everyone goes to the gardens and starts ordering greenhouses. But, in principle, there is also a demand for greenhouses in winter: they are cheaper out of season. If you work on glazing in different directions, you can keep yourself busy all year round. The working day can start very early - sometimes you have to wake up, for example, at four in the morning. Working hours are not standardized. I adhere to the following principle: “If a person does not find time to rest, he will find time for treatment.” Weekends are a must with family, family comes first. In general, I have time to rest.

The average wage for an assembly worker, if we take our region, is about 40 thousand rubles. This is quite enough for our places. You can earn more during the season. There are a lot of wrong things going on in our region when it comes to work. They don't pay people's wages. At my old place of work, in a different specialty, they still owe me money. Now I feel much calmer financially.

I have been in the profession for more than five years. I didn’t finish the course, I learned as I went along. I consulted with the guys and, so to speak, coached myself.

A basic set of tools for a plumber costs at least 40–50 thousand rubles. You also need power tools: a hammer drill, an angle grinder.

In general, I like the job: I am my own boss. At least I haven't found anything better yet. My working day starts at six in the morning, because I live in the Moscow region and work in Moscow - it takes a lot of time to get to the site. But it all depends on the order - if anything happens, I can do it later. The main negative in the work: misunderstanding with the customer. Fortunately, this doesn't happen often.

Our work is piecework, month to month. On average - from 70 thousand rubles per month.

I studied for three months at the St. Petersburg company “Master Groom”. To sit on the tail of a specialist - there is no such thing now. A huge number of courses, seminars. Within a year you become a normal groomer. Training is not everything, experience is needed.

Our company has a VKontakte page, and I have a VKontakte page. For example, people with dogs are walking: “Where did you get such a beautiful haircut?” - “Over there.” - “Okay, give me your phone number.” Word of mouth works steadily.

Desire and understanding that this is a physically and psychologically difficult profession: but the job needs to be done. From the very beginning you need good tools: scissors, hair clippers, cosmetics. And then, if you understand how it works, you can move on to simpler cosmetics. Training costs about 45 thousand rubles, three months. Tools - at least 70 thousand, or even about a hundred.

Grooming is the complete care of an animal. And trimming nails and intimate areas, not only the body, and cleaning ears, and removing stones from teeth. For the last six years - that's how long I've been a groomer - I've been going to work with pleasure. Negative things also happen: they don’t take care of the animals, they don’t give them extra scratches, they don’t wash them, and then they want it to be beautiful. And this is when the wool has already started! I don’t remember any attacks. After all, they first get acquainted with the animals, before they cut their hair. For example, I let you smell my glasses. If the dog is really nervous, I will ask the owners to put it on the table themselves.

On average, about 80 thousand rubles per month. In season more work. The season is spring, when the dogs “undress”. If it's hot in the summer, they also bring dogs.

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My friend and I invested 100 thousand each, for a total of 200 thousand rubles. This was sufficient capital to purchase means of production, including the main machine. Then, gradually, gradually, more equipment was purchased. But that was six years ago. It might be more expensive now.

The main problem is personnel selection. I advertised: “Come, an opportunity to learn artistic forging, blacksmithing.” 20–25 people applied, in the end there were four left. I called professionals, posted photos of the equipment, the workshop - not a single call.
We work with ferrous metal. Most people prefer to buy stamped roses, but they have no soul, no movement, no growth - lifeless roses. Naturally, they are inexpensive, about 1,500 rubles. And what a master does with his own hands, of course, is a completely different level of work and costs completely different money. And so you tell a person the amount of 5-7 thousand for one rose, and he says: “Well, I’ll go and buy it for one and a half thousand.” Most often they order railings, fences, awnings and, of course, gates. Our off-season is January, February, there are no orders. And from March and early April, stirring begins. I usually try to get orders before the New Year so that I don’t sit without work in the off-season.

When I was 14 years old, I was given my first hive. Thus began a hobby that became a profession. My path is rather unusual. But there are a lot of courses, training on them takes about a month. It is necessary to study. Otherwise, through ignorance, the whole thing can be ruined.

It all starts with amateur beekeeping - 50 thousand rubles should be enough. This is about 10–20 hives in the countryside, preferably in the forest.

Bees make honey only in summer. It also happens that May honey happens, but this is if spring is early. In the summer you work with the bees themselves, and in the winter you do more carpentry work: repairing hives, preparing for the next season. I love my job and wouldn't trade it for anything. One of the negative aspects is the import of low-quality southern bees. Or when the fields are poisoned. But bee diseases are a common thing, we know how to deal with them.

From two hundred hives you can get about 3 million rubles a year, about 250 thousand a month. Beginners, of course, receive less, but those with 500 bee colonies receive much more. And the income, by the way, comes not only from honey, but also from the sale of propolis and royal jelly.

First, I’ll tell you an example of a friend of mine. This will be the starting point of our voyage. And we'll find out today TOP 15 professions that you can master in 1-2 months and start earning money, what professions can be quickly mastered at least at 30, at least at 50 years old.

It all started when my friend Igor bought himself a cool camera. He was not too lazy and also decided to take a photography course to master a new technique. Spent 3 months on this. But when Igor was still studying, his son went to 1st grade. Event! Naturally, the father used all his skill to capture his son on this day.

The class teacher saw these photographs. She liked them. And she asked Igor to make an album for each child in her class. The parents readily agreed when they saw the work of the aspiring photographer.

Yes, Igor had to fuss a little: order albums, devote a day to filming. But all this was justified when he calculated the income. It wasn't big, but it was a start. And the cost of the courses was paid with this money.

But then word of mouth advertising began to work for Igor. Some satisfied parents told other parents of students how much they liked their first grader's album. They began to hire Igor not only for students, but also for children's parties, anniversaries, and then weddings.

My friend’s whole life changed in just a few months! He quit, because the new job brought both decent profit and a lot of pleasure. This is what happens when you search. Suddenly you discover yourself, you learn about talents and abilities. The main thing is not to be afraid of change and to look for opportunities. I wish the same for you!

What other professions can you quickly master?

1. Photographer. Of course, you may not even know that you have an inner calling to see what the camera catches. But it’s better to take courses that really explain the basics of Photoshop, the role of light and color, composition, and the difference between studio shooting and outdoor photography. Well, etc... At Popov’s you can find many free courses, thanks to which you can already start making money from photos in 1-2 months.
2. Hairdresser-stylist. The ability to use scissors and a good tool is half the battle. It’s also worth learning to see how to make a person beautiful.
3. Housekeeper. The ability to manage a household is welcome: cooking, putting things in order, etc.
4. Copywriter or freelancer. Writing texts on various topics, from advertising slogans to informative and literary works. Selection of photos. It would be nice to be able to build tables, diagrams and know the text markup language. Knowing the laws of SEO will also help.
5. Nanny, governess, babysitter, tutor. What is needed is love for children and attention to home education and the rules that parents set.
6. Web designer. Of course, sometimes it takes more than 2 months to fully master a profession. But we are talking about the beginning and the first earnings.
7. Sales consultant. The right advice on choosing clothes and style will save a date or a business meeting. Therefore, a profession where a style consultant helps you choose an outfit will always be especially valued.
8. Visagiste. Makeup will also help you create an attractive look.
9. Seamstress, fashion designer, designer. Courses and not great experience in school and at home they will help you create beautiful things. Custom tailoring has always been in demand. And if you have the data: talent and technology, you can quickly go up the hill, making money by sewing things to order.
10. Florist. The color selection technique is not as simple as it seems. However, this can be learned quickly. And then you can count on working in a flower shop. By the way, the florist creates not only bouquets, but also paintings!
11. SMM manager. A relatively new and absolutely in-demand job. Her goal is to promote the brand on social networks. This could be a product, the company itself, or a separate project. The manager finds out the demand for the product and influences the opinion of the audience. He creates content that promotes, expands and announces the product. He communicates directly with people, which creates trust and interest in the brand.
12. Tester. You need to test programs or games to identify errors. Then the program becomes user-friendly. This profession is relevant and sometimes it is possible to fully master it already in the process.
13. Realtor. If you've ever dealt with selling or buying real estate, consider yourself a pro. Kidding! I just remembered how much I learned when I sold my apartment and bought a house. I understood the principle of finding clients what they want to buy or sell. I learned how to inspect a home and what to pay attention to. How much does roof repair and replacement cost? I also understood how to conduct negotiations that are mutually beneficial for both parties. And this is exactly what you need to start in real estate. There are also courses that explain all the nuances in detail.
14. Barista. People always and everywhere prefer delicious coffee. And where they were prepared with an excellent drink with a wonderful aroma and taste, they will come again and again. Therefore, learn how to brew coffee and feel free to go looking for work. If your coffee surprises the owner of the cafe, you will be hired without delay!
15. Event organizer. Every day there is a special event somewhere that you want to turn into an unforgettable one. And the organizer will help with this, taking care of the venue, the entertainment program, the convenience of the guests and memorable photographs. Is it a lot to study? There are those who are born with this gift, while others need to take small courses.

And there are many such professions. They are interesting, and at the same time, profitable!

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Today, more and more people are thinking about changing their profession, in the words of Dante, “having completed half their earthly path.” Forgetting about a boring office and getting creative, making your favorite hobby your main job is a long-standing dream of many of us. But the older a person gets, the more difficult it is to decide on such a serious step. We talked to our experts about how to get rid of fears and start your career with a clean slate.

Why has the issue of changing profession become so relevant today? “Life has become better, life has become more fun” - the relative stability that replaced long-term economic and social crises has allowed many to stop thinking about every penny they earn and pay attention to what they really want in their professional lives.

“Now there is freedom of choice and, most importantly, a real labor market,” explains psychologist Elmira Davydova. - Those who entered universities 20–30 years ago, until recently, could not even think about changing their career. In Soviet times, a profession was chosen once and for all. And in the 90s, it seemed to everyone that the only way to survive was to work in a kiosk, so we chose more profitable directions. The humanities seemed scary back then, because you couldn’t make money with them, and simply no one went to the faculties of psychology and philology.”

A successful change of profession at any age makes a person freer, more creative, and happier.

Today the situation has changed radically. “A huge number of adults come to me, trying to contribute to their professional activity more creativity. Of course, creativity does not always mean writing poetry or drawing pictures, clarifies Elmira Davydova. - This is a kind of activity about which you can say: “I did it myself.”

Thus, for the first time, many had the opportunity to realize their potential and even make a successful career in a new field. And along the way, the most unexpected turns can happen.

“Currently, there is a noticeable trend towards the so-called downshifting,” confirms existential psychotherapist Natalya Tumashkova. - When people who are fully established in their field at the age of 40–50 suddenly suddenly change their field of activity: large businessmen become captains of small boats and take tourists on exotic routes, bankers go into journalism, lawyers go into social work - in general, Diocletian leaves the imperial sinecure and He’s going to plant cabbage.”

However, not everyone is able to find the strength to disrupt the usual course of affairs. Some doubt the advisability of changing their profession, others are afraid of being left without funds - but still feel unhappy at work.

“A successful change of profession at any age makes a person freer, more creative, and happier. When you really do your own thing, it doesn’t become a burden,” says Elmira Davydova. “Therefore, any trials on the way to this state are worth it.”

Stage 1 - awareness

Experts identify very specific symptoms that indicate that your old job is no longer suitable for you. Elmira Davydova lists the main ones:

• You constantly feel bored while working;
• you don’t want to read specialized literature;
• it seems to you that in this area you have already achieved everything possible and there is nowhere to move further;
• you too often find yourself thinking about abstract things at work;
• your health is deteriorating (in severe cases, neuroses and panic attacks occur);
• you don't feel like going to work to the point where you want to cry.

Of course, these feelings can also be caused by extreme fatigue. Therefore, before you quit your job and go on a free creative voyage, try to experiment - go on a long-term vacation, creating all the conditions for yourself to have a good rest.

In addition, pay attention to your relationships with colleagues and superiors - perhaps the problem lies not in the profession as a whole, but in your place of work. And only if after rest and a change of team your condition has not returned to normal, you should move on to the next stage.

Stage 2 - cope with fears

The later the realization comes that it’s time to change your life, the more difficult it is to take this step. For an already established professional in adulthood, the transition to beginner status can be extremely painful.

“For a long time I could not decide to return to medicine 25 years after graduating from university,” Anna, 49 years old, shares her experience. “I imagined how experienced doctors would look at me with irony, as if I were a girl.” Of course, I was worried that they wouldn’t hire me at that age! But all these fears turned out to be in vain - the main thing is to really want and achieve your goal.”

“Any change always involves some uncertainty, which gives rise to anxiety,” comments Natalya Tumashkova. - Therefore, first, admit to yourself that you are scared, and try to understand: what are you afraid of most? Only the “named” fear can be correlated with reality, to see “is the devil really that scary.”

When NOT to change profession

Whatever our dreams, it is always better to look at the situation realistically. Not every job can be mastered in adulthood, and if, after celebrating your 50th birthday, you want to become a professional theater actor or pilot, you should think twice about this decision.

“In the end, it’s not necessary to turn a dream into a profession,” says Elmira Davydova. - Life is not limited to work. Fill the activities you conduct with creative content, and realize your passions as a hobby. Often the cause of depression and depression is not work, but something else. This may be a personal or age-related crisis, and then you will need advice not from a career guidance specialist, but from a psychotherapist.”

How to deal with the fear of change?

• remember your successful experience of change - how you started something, did something for the first time, how scary it was at the beginning and what helped you cope with the task;
• collect positive examples from the lives of friends and acquaintances;
• remember your relatives - they have faced a lot of changes, and they coped with them; seek inspiration by reading biographies of famous and successful people (for example, the book "Sailor in the Saddle", written by Irving Stone about the life of Jack London);
• remember that the most dangerous thing is “burnout” in the profession. Once you reach this stage of disgust with your own work, you will never be able to return to it.

“The only way to cope with your fears is not to chop off the branch on which you are sitting with an ax,” says Elmira Davydova. - You need to act gradually, drop by drop: take courses or make what you want to do your hobby. Gradually absorb the new environment, make acquaintances, study specialized literature.”

After all, in the process of learning a new thing, it may turn out that this is not at all what we need.

Stage 3 - decide on a new profession

For some, this part of the journey may seem the easiest - finally there is an opportunity to realize your childhood dreams, find a use for hidden talents, and turn your favorite hobby into your life’s work. But for many the question is “where to go?” seems like an insurmountable obstacle. Then a career guidance specialist can help you find a new calling.

“In 60% of cases, my clients already have a specific topic or area that interests them. Then we just have to specify the desire. In the remaining 40%, people learn something fundamentally new in my office,” says Elmira Davydova.

The main goal of the career guidance method is to identify which profession is suitable for this particular person. There are many different surveys and tests for this.

“I’m trying to understand how a person interacts with people, whether he likes to do things with his hands, what he has an inclination for,” continues Elmira Davydova. - You need to find the right object and the right action with this object. Each of us has a corridor of desires and a corridor of possibilities. And in the place where they intersect, a person finds his calling.”

Before visiting a specialist, it is important to do your homework. To do this, ask yourself a few questions: “Where and when did I feel happy and fulfilled?” Give yourself a “tour” through your childhood and youth memories: “Where did I experience the feeling that I want to experience now while working? And why did I ever give this up?”

“The next step is to take an inventory of your own resources,” advises Natalya Tumashkova. “All the skills and abilities that have accumulated over the years of life can be used as keys to mastering a new business.”

It is necessary to carry out work to study the labor market: what can you do, what can you apply your abilities and experience to? Which of your friends is ready to join or perhaps invite you to work?

In addition, today there are many courses and types of additional education that can be combined with your main job.

“I usually recommend that people look for something close to the area where they are now,” notes Elmira Davydova. - We often do not notice the opportunities that lie in our field of activity. And only when the resources in the immediate circle are exhausted can one go into “outer space.”

Think: what would you spend your time on if you no longer had to work for money?

Just for such a case, the psychologist has compiled a list of questions, by answering which you can find a new business in your life.

1. If you are bored at work, write down five reasons why you feel bored. Imagine yourself doing something exactly the opposite. Do you like it? How do you feel? Write down five qualities that should be present in your job.

2. Write down the professions you know on a sheet of paper. Do a subtraction: subtract all the jobs you don't like. From the remaining ones, subtract those that are not available to you due to age. From the remainder, subtract those that interest you, but are scary to start. Consider the remainder.

3. Think about it, what would you do if you inherited a billion euros? Schedule your life for one year (twenty important things you would do) after receiving this money. And what would you spend your time on if you no longer had to work for money?

4. Write down what your parents programmed you to do (about money, education, career, people around you).

5. Who are your real teachers (name three people who, be it harshly or unwittingly, taught you something in life).

6. Remember what feats you accomplished (how you overcame yourself and the circumstances). How has this changed you?

7. Remember your risky actions (physical risk, social, financial), what did it lead to and what did these situations teach you?

8. Who are your parents and your parents' parents by profession? What did they do that was outstanding in their work?

9. Have you ever organized something or someone for any cause? How did you feel in this capacity as an organizer? Or did you prefer to be an ordinary participant?

10. Remember your dreams, which tell you in symbolic form about your dissatisfaction with life. Or ones that show the way.

About the experts

Elmira Davydova – psychologist, founder and director of the career guidance center “ProfGid”

Natalya Tumashkova – existential psychotherapist, coach, business trainer