Ask HN: How can I realistically change careers?

Career Development

While I’ve found the work rewarding, I feel it’s time for a significant career change—potentially outside of this domain entirely.I’m seeking advice from others who have made mid-career transitions:• How did you pinpoint new directions that matched your skills and interests?• What were the most effective ways to reposition your experience in a new field?• Are there any resources or strategies you’d recommend for upskilling or building networks?I've often thought about cybersecurity as something I'd like to specialise in, but it seems like bootcamps and the like aren't worth the money they charge (most advice has been starting at the bottom as an IT helpdesk worker and going from there, but I'm no spring chicken anymore.

Ycombinator     Jan 17, 2025