I often encounter some programmer friends to talk about this problem, now I introduce some of the relevant knowledge for reference.
First, it should be noted that according to the "career type" proposed by career scholars John Holland, the typical programming career should be based on "research" (i) and "actual" (R). These two types. An important feature is "the ability to have scientific and mathematics, but the lack of leadership", "the ability to have mechanical and operation, the ability to lack interpersonal relationships". Sales work is "Enterprise" (E), an important feature of this type is "with language communication, persuasion, social management, organization, leadership, and lack of scientific ability." As can be seen from the above comparison, the program class and sales class works with large differences. Just as Tang Aiping, general manager of Beijing UF Huawa Software, "After the market operation, the programming and marketing is completely different, and one cannot be doing these two things at the same time. It seems programmer and market The genius seems to always be, it is always difficult to achieve from programmers to product experts. "(See" programmer "2004, 11th) Of course, the specific situation of everyone is complex. Maybe you just have more suitable for sales work, then the previous program work experience can be an industry or professional background, which promotes the development of the next transformation.
Second, what is the most suitable transformation of yourself? What step is it? How can you better transform? We talked to the market marketing of a computer technology company to turn to the communications industry. Xiao Wu can have three types of transformation: one is to change the field (industry) and keep professional, which means that Xiao Wu first transformed into the communications industry to make programmers. Then transfer from the programmers in the communication industry to marketing in the industry. Second, only change the professional and the field (industry) constant, that is, Xiao Wu first transformed into the marketing department of the computer industry. Then transfer from the computer industry to the communications industry to continue to engage in marketing work. The above two are gradual transformations of steps. It is also very practical to generally face professional confusion, and the success rate of transformation is also higher. The third is that the fields and majors have changed, that is, Xiao Wu directly from the programmer of the computer industry to marketing in the communications industry. This way is achieved, it seems fast, but unless individuals have a strong economic accumulation, it is a long-term interest in a certain field and professional, it is generally not recommended.
Finally, it is important to note that no matter how transformed, a key issue is to have a comprehensive understanding of yourself, you should consider it from your own interest, skills, values, etc., you can seek expert assistance when necessary. 9CBS management channel, realize your outstanding dreams!
(Author Zhang Ran Tian Xian system Beijing Institute of Social Sciences Applied Psychology Research Center Vice-director, special researcher, national registered vocational instructor, 9CBS career management consultant. Zhang Yuantian teacher has long been in Beijing And individuals carry out "career planning" training and consultation, see: http://www.career-edu.cn)
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