In the 1950s you would have one career in your lifetime. Now, the average American changes their career seven times throughout their lifetime. Crazy right? Not really, many people are becoming dissatisfied with their career and looking for ways to get out.

The most logical solution is to change careers, but that can be stressful and time consuming, not to mention with the economy how it is, it’s not always that simple. But, if you are really serious about switching jobs or careers maybe a master’s degree is the right solution, if you don’t already have one. Master’s degrees help you stand out in the crowd of endless applicants and can be the extra step you need to find a career that will make you happy.

Check out this infographic presented by graduatedegreeprogram.net to learn more.