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....you attend a luncheon to raise money for homeless teenagers.
While others have to apply for leave to go for a holiday...
.... you go when it suits you.
While you still have a job, do not fall into
trap of complacency and a false sense of security. Instead, start thinking about a parallel career. Start with
end in mind. Ask yourself what lifestyle would give you real satisfaction?
Your Choice of Lifestyle Depends on Your Values It is said that
best lifestyle is to have a career you love and have someone to love.
To love is to value. What are your values that are most important to you? Are they for
moment or a lifetime? Here are some to ponder...
* Good health and physical fitness
* Recognition from others for your achievements, status and position
* Touching
lives of others
* Your religious beliefs
* Financial security
* Nature
* Independence
* Your spouse or partner
* Spend time with your children and be there whenever they need you
* Your association, society or alumni
* Knowledge and continuing education
* Stability and order
* Tidiness and an organised environment
* Owning a home
Your Values Determine Your Plans and Actions
When you know what you really want...begin to build a parallel career while you still have a job with
end goal of quitting your job and 'doing your own thing'.
Don't just change career. Choose one of
lifestyle alternatives that give you real satisfaction. Dream about...then work towards it
parallel career way. The parallel career way just makes this transition less stressful.

Infopreneur, Writer, Engineer and Consultant. Former company high-flyer - shares tips, ideas and information on how to start a parallel career at: http://www.parallelcareer.com