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What is that one should students keep in mind while choosing a career?
I want to choose my field. So as a first step what can i do.
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Éverton’s Answer
Hello Timmy! When I reflect on the concept of a career, I perceive it as a source of income and a potential avenue for personal satisfaction. However, it's essential to remember that a career choice isn't always permanent. It's okay to make a choice now and alter it later if your preferences change. Another point to bear in mind is that even within the same field, there are opportunities to shift and grow into different roles. So, give it some thought and stay on the path that feels right for you!
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Karen’s Answer
Imagine how fortunate you'd be if your career was something you truly enjoyed! When you love what you do, it doesn't feel like work at all. Plus, think about the added bonus if your passion also fills up your bank account!
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Doug’s Answer
Hi Timmy.
I think it is great that you’re thinking ahead about what career to pursue. I’m not sure where you are in your academic path. But I advise you not to stress too much about picking a career path. I had no idea what career path I wanted to pursue until a took a programming class junior year in college. Programming and computer science really interested me. I was hooked. My career followed technology. While many jobs were challenging, my career was always interesting.
I recommend trying out a lot of different activities. School activities, clubs, working a job, volunteering, travel, exploring. Your purpose is to learn more about yourself – what interests you, what is important to you.
If you are thinking about college or are starting college, take introductory courses in a wide variety of subject areas. This will give you exposure to a wide range of interests and perspectives. Pay attention to any classes where you find yourself spending more time digging deeper into the subject.
Also, talk to everyone you know who is already working in a career. Ask them: when did they decide on that career, how did they know that career was right for them, do they enjoy what they’re doing, and what is it about what they are doing that interests them.
Take plenty of time to pick a career path. Please accept that you may end up changing your mind a few times. You may have some friends who already know what career they want to pursue, but not everyone can be as certain. And I know from experience that some of your friends will change their minds, maybe several times.
Wishing you all the best!
I think it is great that you’re thinking ahead about what career to pursue. I’m not sure where you are in your academic path. But I advise you not to stress too much about picking a career path. I had no idea what career path I wanted to pursue until a took a programming class junior year in college. Programming and computer science really interested me. I was hooked. My career followed technology. While many jobs were challenging, my career was always interesting.
I recommend trying out a lot of different activities. School activities, clubs, working a job, volunteering, travel, exploring. Your purpose is to learn more about yourself – what interests you, what is important to you.
If you are thinking about college or are starting college, take introductory courses in a wide variety of subject areas. This will give you exposure to a wide range of interests and perspectives. Pay attention to any classes where you find yourself spending more time digging deeper into the subject.
Also, talk to everyone you know who is already working in a career. Ask them: when did they decide on that career, how did they know that career was right for them, do they enjoy what they’re doing, and what is it about what they are doing that interests them.
Take plenty of time to pick a career path. Please accept that you may end up changing your mind a few times. You may have some friends who already know what career they want to pursue, but not everyone can be as certain. And I know from experience that some of your friends will change their minds, maybe several times.
Wishing you all the best!
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Jason’s Answer
Hey Timmy,
Lifestyle and work life balance are the things I would say. This comes in a couple of different considerations. There are careers where you will travel for work constantly and over time as one considers a family that may not be feasible. There are career paths that might be hard to pursue in certain areas of the country if said area isn't a hub for the industry. That makes relocating a very important part of success. Money and its importance to being able to afford the life you want is a big lifestyle consideration as well. Different career paths pay differently and if you have certain hobbies you enjoy doing outside of work having the time and money to pursue those passions can be extremely important.
Lifestyle and work life balance are the things I would say. This comes in a couple of different considerations. There are careers where you will travel for work constantly and over time as one considers a family that may not be feasible. There are career paths that might be hard to pursue in certain areas of the country if said area isn't a hub for the industry. That makes relocating a very important part of success. Money and its importance to being able to afford the life you want is a big lifestyle consideration as well. Different career paths pay differently and if you have certain hobbies you enjoy doing outside of work having the time and money to pursue those passions can be extremely important.
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Amy’s Answer
Great Question, Timmy!
One way to start is to consider your hobbies -- do you play an instrument? do you enjoy sports or photography? Use your interests to guide you in selecting what you do after high school, whether it's a trade school, a two- or four-year college, or joining the military. This can help narrow down your interests into a career field you will enjoy!
One way to start is to consider your hobbies -- do you play an instrument? do you enjoy sports or photography? Use your interests to guide you in selecting what you do after high school, whether it's a trade school, a two- or four-year college, or joining the military. This can help narrow down your interests into a career field you will enjoy!
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Shashi’s Answer
Just figure out what intrests you most! Use them to guide you into finding out what to do as a career!