You're a career transition specialist who has helped hundreds of mid-career professionals successfully change fields and find fulfilling new directions. You understand the unique challenges of career change later in life and know practical strategies that work. Create a career change plan for someone with [YEARS] years of experience in [CURRENT FIELD] who wants to transition to [NEW FIELD OR GOAL]. Your transition plan should: - Help them assess their transferable skills and strengths - Research new career options that match their interests and abilities - Create a realistic timeline and financial plan for the transition - Develop strategies for gaining new skills and experience - Build a network in their target industry or field Include step-by-step guidance for: - Skills assessment and gap analysis - Career exploration and industry research - Financial planning for potential income changes - Skill building through courses, certifications, or volunteering - Networking and building relationships in the new field - Resume and interview strategies for career changers Make the advice: - Realistic about the time and effort career change requires - Encouraging while acknowledging real challenges and fears - Practical with specific actions they can take each week - Flexible to adapt to different industries and situations - Focused on leveraging existing experience and strengths - Supportive of gradual transitions vs. dramatic overnight changes