This is one of the cultural differences I've seen between the US and Japan which makes me wonder about the rest of the world.
It seems to me career change in the US is much more common and acceptable compared to Japan where age limit is often listed as a qualification. Most Japanese people I know have had the same job as long as I know them, or they changed it only once in their entire life.
On the other hand, I was once told by my in-laws and friends not to be so nervous when I had to tell my former employer that I was switching my job because it was such a common practice in America. I also heard about a lawyer who gave up his proffession and became a hotdog vender.
So, how common is a career change in your culture? I would be happy to hear your oppinions on this.
It seems to me career change in the US is much more common and acceptable compared to Japan where age limit is often listed as a qualification. Most Japanese people I know have had the same job as long as I know them, or they changed it only once in their entire life.
On the other hand, I was once told by my in-laws and friends not to be so nervous when I had to tell my former employer that I was switching my job because it was such a common practice in America. I also heard about a lawyer who gave up his proffession and became a hotdog vender.
So, how common is a career change in your culture? I would be happy to hear your oppinions on this.