“Career Jump! is a wise and practical guide to aligning your career with what you want from your life. The book is rich with quizzes, worksheets, and other helpful tools to clarify your career direction, determine where you fit in the world of work, and move forward confidently to set yourself on the right path. I highly recommend Career Jump! to everyone who suspects their career may be off track.”

“I made a couple of major career changes. I quit my job, went on the MasterChef TV program, gave cooking classes, ran a catering business, and wrote a cookbook. I wish I’d had Career Jump! at the start of my journey – it would have made it much easier. Dorota’s book will give you the nudge you need to start your change. It will help you reflect on and understand what truly matters to you, so that you will not only focus on your goals, but actually enjoy the process.”  

“If you’re thinking of changing direction in your professional (and personal) life, look no further than Dorota’s book, Career Jump!. It breaks this possibly daunting prospect into manageable pieces, and gives real life examples and experiences of a variety of people who made the change. Dorota’s style of coaching shines through too – supportive, practical and helping you jump to the next level. I especially liked the exercises, and the models which give structure to the thinking on offer. 

The spirit of the book is in line with today’s shift towards purpose as a measure of fulfilment, instead of pure acquisition. Having made the change myself a decade ago without these tools, I only wish this book had been available then!”

“Are you feeling stuck in mid-career misery, exiled to employment ennui, or convinced that occupational opportunity is passing you by? Then Dorota Klop-Sowinska’s Career Jump!: How to Successfully Change Your Professional Path is definitely for you.

Dorota masterfully and methodically guides you through the challenges and complexity of career transition, taking you from where you are to where you want to be − and how to get there. The exercises, prompts and insightful questions of her seven-step process engage; case studies, examples, research findings, and quotes inform and inspire. With Career Jump!, you’ll identify and build on your values, talents, interests and passion, unlock your life’s purpose or true calling, and discover the meaningful work you’re meant to do.”

“Dorota Klop-Sowinska’s brilliant book: Career Jump! How to Successfully Change Your Professional Path couldn’t have come at a better time for me, as I found myself once again looking for a transition into something new.

Having never previously delved deep into what values I deem essential to have a happy and fulfilling life, I found this section particularly enlightening, as I’ve now been able to mould my next work goals around those values, which is fantastic.

Whether you’re employed, self-employed or unemployed, this book will give you the guidance you need to decide on your next move with confidence.”

I was privileged to be at the book launch of Career Jump! in 2019! The story of how the book came to life and the passion Dorota has for her clients, was inspiring! I immediately purchased the book with the intention to read and learn.

Since then I’ve picked it up and then put it down so many times, and I know because it is challenging me in ways I didn’t expect.

Then Covid-19 hit and like so many people, I started to reflect on my purpose and asking myself what am I doing with my precious time?

I’m half way through but I can already feel things starting to shift and the more I discover the clearer it becomes. My biggest ah, ha moment is part where Dorota asks you to look at your life in one, three, ten years and so on. It opened my eyes to where I want to be and why I need to wait that long! I’m excited to finish and see where my next jump will lead!

I really liked the book. Although I knew the exercises from my work as a coach I still found them incredibly powerful when applied to myself. Dorota’s stories bring them to life, it seems like she is giving you her hand, guiding you through the doubts you might have about a career jump. A best read if you are feeling unhappy with your job. I write about mothers as leaders and Dorota left us a great legacy with her book.

Career Jump! is a comprehensive guide on how to successfully change your professional path, and it is most suitable for people considering and ready for a second career. The book is rich on quizzes and exercises that tease out the answers to questions on the importance of knowing and respecting your values, purpose, passions, and life mission. It is an engaging personal story, how-to-book and career change support and reference book into one. Highly recommended!

“Career Jump!” is a must-read for anyone reflecting on what they want to be when they grow up! The book is packed with actionable insights and tips. The Career Jump Model is a simple reflection tool that is very helpful to orient on the different career path perspectives.

The author, Dorota Klop-Sowinska, clearly has deep and rich experiences coaching a wide diversity of people, and she brings a lot of these stories and anecdotes to life in her writing.

I have benefited from the concepts in the book and really recommend it highly!”

On Saturday, I opened Dorota Klop-Sowinska’s book Career Jump! How to Successfully Change Your Professional Path and I don’t want to put it down.⁠
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The book has found me at a key time – ⁠I am asking myself:⁠ “How to increase my earning power while doing things that lend to my strengths?”
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In the past, I followed the path of least resistance and followed the advice of others’ blindly. It’s an on-going process for me to answer the question, ⁠“What do I want to do for a living & Find a monetary match”.⁠
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I oftentimes feel alone in not having a clear career path. I struggle with opinions – particularly from recruiters – that my career isn’t traditional and doesn’t neatly hit all of the search engine key words.⁠
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But one case study in particular resonated so deeply. The client writes,⁠ “I feel that people sometimes get stuck as they fall into the trap of thinking that they need to figure out the exact direction they want to take. To my mind, it’s much better to follow your natural curiosity, to experiment with different ideas. You can’t process everything simply by thinking it through. But by following your curiosity, in time, you might just discover what motivates you.”⁠
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Why I like Career Jump:⁠
– More like a workbook – Culminates Dorota’s favorite coaching tools⁠
– Includes client case studies throughout⁠
– DIY option to start analyzing your next career move⁠
– Insight into what it’s like to be coached ⁠
– Target Audiences: Working expats & Global citizens⁠
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As an American living abroad, it is so nice to read stories of others that moved away from their native country. There are different challenges and mindsets. ⁠
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Thank you & Congratulations, Dorota!⁠
⁠September 2019

It is said that when the apprentice is ready, the master appears.

I can confirm with complete conviction that I reached for Dorota’s book Career Jump! at the perfect moment in my life. I am the ‘living proof’ that the methods and tools Dorota offered are not only applicable but, above all, very effective.

By using the exercises that Dorota shares in her work, I realized that I can be more than I am now, and it does not necessarily mean a radical life change. The most important thing was to get off the ground and start heading in the chosen direction.

We all know that in order to grow we need to put effort into it, but it is all about knowing where to put this effort, and this knowledge I owe Dorota the most.

In her book Career Jump! she offers fantastic support in communicating with oneself on a completely new level, thanks to which I was able to quickly systematize my actions and enter into the right path and towards the desired goal.

This practical handbook allowed me to go through the process of self-coaching in a very intuitive way, thanks to which I quickly established a deeper relationship with myself, deepened my personal and professional observations, and consequently led to growth on many levels.

Anyone who invests in Dorota’s book is actually investing in themselves.

Career Jump! has changed my life. Sounds cliché, well it does not matter how it sounds but it’s true.

I was looking for a career coach and I already met Dorota. At first I wasn’t sure if she really resonates with me and if we are good match for coaching sessions. I decided to read a book to see what she advises.

Well this was a game changer experience! Not only I felt connected to Dorota only after reading first few pages but I also felt like this is complete path how to follow your hart in choosing the occupation that really fits you – FITS YOU! Not the other way, what I was doing most of my life …, and the only time I didn’t compromise on my values was when I became a mum and couldn’t compromise not only my well being but the one I love the most my son.

Back to the book it’s full with exercises and practical tips how to recheck and evaluate your preferences and skills. Establish your values and recognize how important is our surroundings and environment we function it.

This book took me five steps further in selecting the career path and after finishing it I met Dorota to reflect on potential jobs I was striking for. I of course will see Dorota more often and every time it’s a true pleasure, but especially for those how are not sure where to start or are on the track already and want to reinsure their choices this is TOP reading position!

Game changer as I said.

With love and gratitude,

One of the most difficult tasks in life is to find your “Element” that’s were your passion meets your talent.

I have been coaching many young people and have tried to help them to find it.

Dorota’s book Career Jump! is something I have been waiting for. The moving way she describes her personal development and the meaningful exercises, the real-life experiences and inspiring stories make this a fun to read, great, practical book for anyone who is trying to find his/her Element.

A great companion for coaches and mentors who are helping people to find their purpose in life.