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Career Conversation: Guiding a Career Shift to Tech Consulting

  • June 5, 2025
  • Career Conversation

At GoCrackIt, we empower professionals to navigate their career journeys with confidence. In this career conversation, our mentor, Navaneeth K.P., guides a student through her career transition from urban planning to tech consulting. With a decade of experience in architecture and urban planning, complemented by a recent MBA, the student aims to pivot into a new field. However, she fears being seen as inexperienced. Navaneeth, a seasoned career transition coach, offers practical strategies to position her strengths effectively.

Here’s the abstracted version of the exchange:

Student: Hey, I’m currently working at Ernst and Young in a technology implementation role and just wrapped up my MBA from IIM Bodh Gaya. I also have a bachelor’s in architecture and a master’s in urban planning, along with quite a bit of project management experience. But I’m a bit worried that employers will see me as a fresher. How can I position myself better?

Navaneeth: First of all, that’s a really impressive journey you’ve had! Trust me, you’re far from being a fresher. Your hands-on experience in managing complex projects in both urban planning and tech consulting is definitely a strength. Emphasise your transferable skills, like project management and stakeholder communication, to show that you’re ready to take on challenges in this field.

Navaneeth: First of all, that’s a really impressive journey you’ve had! Trust me, you’re far from being a fresher. Your hands-on experience in managing complex projects in both urban planning and tech consulting is definitely a strength. Emphasise your transferable skills, like project management and stakeholder communication, to show that you’re ready to take on challenges in this field.

Student: I get that, but my background is in architecture, not tech. How can I bridge that gap?

Navaneeth: Think about the sectors you’ve worked in, like healthcare or financial services. Your familiarity with their specific challenges can be incredibly valuable for tech firms trying to tackle client issues. It’s more about connecting technology to real business needs than just the tech itself.

Student: So, I should really focus on my sector knowledge?

Navaneeth: Exactly! Make sure to highlight those specific sectors in your CV. You’ve worked on hospital RFPs and now have experience with a financial services client using Azure DevOps. That shows you have expertise and are not just starting out.

Student: I’m having a tough time with my CV. I want my MBA to really stand out, and I feel my salary should reflect my experience as well.

Navaneeth: Let’s work on refining it together. You’ve led ERP transformation projects, managed teams of over 100 people, and configured Azure DevOps as a scrum master—those are fantastic achievements! Include those details; they showcase your hands-on tech experience and leadership capabilities.

Student: I’ve also taken care of invoicing, quality management, and prepared statements of work. Should I include those too?

Navaneeth: Absolutely, yes! Those project management office skills, like billing and risk management, are quite valuable in tech consulting. Keep your CV concise—aim for one page—and focus on healthcare, finance, and your tech skills. You’re really on the right track!

Leveraging Transferable Skills

Navaneeth’s advice underscores a key strategy for a career shift: reframing experience as an asset. The student’s diverse background becomes her strength when she highlights transferable skills and sectoral expertise. Tailoring her CV to reflect leadership and tech exposure positions her for mid-to-senior roles, proving that past experience fuels future success.

Conclusion

This conversation illustrates how a career coach transition expert like Navaneeth can transform uncertainty into opportunity. With the right guidance, a career shift feels achievable. Whether you’re targeting tech consulting or another field, GoCrackIt’s coaching for career transition and career transition services can help you leverage your unique strengths. Take the first step, your experience is your advantage!

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