After 20 years and some serious burnout I'm reconsidering my career choice. Any stories of successful career pivots after being an agency Creative/CD, where our skills are relevant ? There's got to be something more enjoyable out there. That also pays the bills.

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Yes just start the next Liquid Death 😂

But in all seriousness, our skillset is very suited to creative entrepreneurship. Problem is, only a small percentage of us have the temperament and soft skills to actually do this.

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Use your creative to drive your next passion project. I’ve been there.

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Following because…same.

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In the same boat. I'm looking at paths where a lot of the skills can carry over and aren't easily taught. 3D modeling, architectural rendering, additive manufacturing/3D printing, etc.

I plan on taking some classes and maybe a 2-year degree program.

And I'm looking at industries where they won't stick you on an ice floe when you turn 40.

No idea if it's going to work, but anything's better than the current state of the creative industry for people of A Certain Age.

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Is 40 really the age that it becomes complicated?

40 feels like the age you either step it up or become a target during layoffs. And not everyone wants to be CCO.

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