Superpowers Unlocked
🦸🏻‍♀️ I switched careers… but kept the cape!
They often call it “starting over”, but really it’s just a new chapter, not a whole new book.
Yes, the job title changed, so did the domain. But I didn’t show up empty-handed...
Turns out I smuggled in some superpowers, like:
- đź’Ą Finding clarity in the chaos
- đź’Ą Making things useful, not just clear
- đź’Ą Noticing the gaps others skip past
- đź’Ą Holding the big picture without losing the details
These weren’t skills I picked up from a course. They came from years of working, observing, learning, and adapting.
In my previous role, for example, I used those strengths to stay aware of what was happening within the company, quickly finding the right information to help colleagues move forward.
So, I might look like a “junior” on paper, but I’m definitely not a blank slate.
Career switching isn’t like pressing reset. It’s catching a new wind in your sails, but the instincts come with you.
🚀 If you’re switching careers, remember: you’re not starting from scratch. And don’t forget your superpowers!
Note: originally posted to LinkedIn