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A Career Detour Doesn’t Have to Compromise Your Long-Term Goals

Short-term situations can require shifts in our careers. Choosing to prioritize these immediate concerns over a longer career goals — while painful — may be necessary. But a temporary departure from your professional goals doesn’t mean all is lost.

You can still have control over your career arc by using four strategies. Use small amounts of time toward your goals — even if it’s only three minutes at a time.