I'm stuck in a job I utterly dislike. I've been working as an accountant for the past nine years, though my background is in communications. I would like to return to the industry in either public relations or marketing. Indeed, your initial step is to answer that question honestly for yourself. Also remind yourself why you left communications in the first place.
Professions change a lot in nine years.
To assist in your research, Woodrum hopes you've maintained your network of communications colleagues. They are your first line to job leads and salary information. Find out what job level you can realistically expect to return to. A lot of people take a temporary hit, Woodrum notes. You need to be O.K. with that.