Spirit Magazine - November 2013 - (Page 44)

The Numbers 5500 of us are looking to change careers. PHOTOGRAPH © C.J. BURTON/CORBIS So, that adage about the grass always being greener on the other side? Turns out it's more like half the time. According to a Harris Interactive survey, 55 percent of working adults are in search of a new profession. Last year, a similar study had the number at 60 percent. That still leaves lots of wanderlust- and a real challenge. "Changing jobs takes guts and a plan," says Josh Shipp, author of Jump Ship: Ditch Your Dead-End Job and Turn Your Passion into a Profession. "Set specific parameters that you'll need to meet before quitting your current job: Talk to at least three people in the position you want, save up, pursue additional training, etc." In other words, choose wisely, grasshopper. 44 SPIRIT NOVEMBER 2013

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Spirit Magazine - November 2013

Spirit Magazine - November 2013
Contents
Gary’s Greeting
Gary’s Greeting en Español
Star of the Month
Freedom Story
From the Editor
Your Words
Your Pictures
Media Center
Eat Drink Sleep
The Numbers
Wise Guide
Business
Winter to the Ultimate Degree
The Every Day Action Hero
Your Adventure In Memphis
Life Adventure In Memphis
Promotional Series: Spirit of Reno Tahoe
Calendar
Fun!
Spotlight
Community Outreach
Products & Services
Flight Service
Terminal Maps
Information
Rapid Rewards and A+ Rewards Partners
Route Map
The “If” List

Spirit Magazine - November 2013