Very helpful article.

Rephrasing one of your points, to maximize the likelihood of loving your new career, make sure you’re running toward something, not away from something. If your motivation is just to get away from things you hate about your current job, you’re more likely to find new things to hate about your new one. If instead, you identify concrete things to love about the new job you’re pursuing, you’re more likely to land it, and more likely to enjoy it.

Speaking of landing a new job that’s not on the same trajectory as your previous career, make an inventory list of skills that would be of use in (almost) any career. For example, strong people skills, verbal and written communication, problem solving, team spirit, etc.

There’s a reason why tech companies have a two-stage interview process, where first they vet candidates for a “cultural fit” and only then do they look at technical skills. If you don’t play nice with your new teammates, you’re likely to be disruptive (in the negative sense), no matter how fantastic your technical abilities.