Doctor becomes writer: Waltraud Zopf dares to make a new start!

Doctor becomes writer: Waltraud Zopf dares to make a new start!

Waltraud Zopf from Leonberg has made a remarkable career change that required both courage and determination. Formerly working in research and healthcare, she has now made a new name for herself as a writer under the pseudonym Jenny Heimbs. Her exciting transformation is often characterized by the images she captures on the forest paths in Leonberg with a map and notebook. The decision to leave the familiar path was not easy for her.

Her CV to date includes milestones such as graduating from high school, studying medicine and being successful in scientific research. But at some point Zopf began to question whether this career path was the right one for her. This inner struggle led to her decision to take a bold step in a new direction, which is a great challenge for many people.

The step to writing

Switching to writing required not only creative skills, but also the willingness to leave old structures behind. In times of change, many people ask themselves how they can adapt their CV. Experts recommend revising the education and training section of your CV and taking into account the type and degree of career change. This could include taking up relevant formal education, certification or training programs to highlight new skills and knowledge.

Zopf herself went through this process and added to her resume what was important to her in order to close the gap between her medical career and her new direction as an author. Experts also emphasize that self-directed learning, online courses or workshops to improve skills are also relevant. This gives a fresh perspective to a new resume.

The cover letter and the interviews

It is also essential to be able to explain possible gaps in training or further education in the cover letter or during interviews. Zopf has already implemented this in her new role as an author by presenting her career clearly and convincingly. These adjustments are important not only for Zopf, but also for many who want to take similar steps in their careers, and can make the transition easier.

With her story, Waltraud Zopf inspires many who are also thinking about a career change. The challenges that such change brings can be great, but Zopf shows that it is possible to find and redefine your own path. Her journey is an example of how you can pursue your passion and implement it successfully.

You can find more information about their journey in the articles by Stuttgart News and LinkedIn.