Now that your kids are finishing high school, in college or off in the working world, perhaps it’s time to think about a change in your professional or working life.

Maybe you haven’t worked since the kids were small and are looking at options. Or maybe you have a current career, but want to do something new and different with your expertise and experience. Now that the kids have grown you likely have the time, energy and opportunity to go after your career dreams.

Take some time to brainstorm your ideas and aspirations as it relates to your career.

• Would like to work in a different department?
• Would you like to work for a new employer?
• Would you like to change careers?
• Would you like to enroll in a program or school that would increase your chances of getting into that next career position?

These are just some of the questions you might consider asking yourself if you want to start feeling more engaged and excited about your work life. Take control and actually manage your career - you really are the only one that can fulfill the position of “Career Manager for You.”

So what’s your next career move going to be?