FAQs

Not necessarily. But there’s often a short-term trade-off. You may step sideways or slightly down in salary — but the long-term trajectory is steeper. The key is to reduce the “valley of transition”:

• Choose a pathway that builds on your existing experience.
  Look for part-time or contract roles that let you prove yourself.
• Don’t fixate on titles — focus on skills and outcomes.
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According to the 2024 MBIE labour market update, digital roles in NZ have some of the fastest year-on-year salary growth. So while the pivot may feel like a step back, the runway ahead is long and promising.

Our Mission Advisors have helped a number of candidates work through how to make the accelerator work financially. It is best to book a one on one conversation to understand your options.