How to make changes like a rock climber
Astronauts and rock climbers have something in common. Both have a rule they follow when they want to make a change. Whether spacewalking or rock climbing, they make sure they have two solid options before making a move so they will still be safe even if a tether fails. Before making a move, rock climbers always secure a new connection before breaking the existing one. And astronauts routinely keep a SAFER (simplified aid for extravehicular activity rescue) device on their person so they are never entirely in danger of falling or drifting off into space. With something as important as your professional life, you may want to employ a similar strategy: have a solid backup connection in place before making a significant change. Evaluate. Are you considering making a significant change in your professional life? Or are concerned you may have a change forced on you? No matter the reason,
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Publication Details
- Journal
- C&EN Global Enterprise
- Published
- 2025-01-27
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1021/cen-10302-careertips
- Primary Topic
- Space Exploration and Technology
- Type
- article
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