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Andrew
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If Im not sure what I want to do for my major what is the best way to help me find my interests?
Im a junior in highschool
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Piyasa Paul, PMI-ACP, CSPO
Program Manager
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Piyasa’s Answer
Hi Andrew!
Consider the classes, activities, and hobbies that excite you most and see if they apply to any available careers. You can also meet with a high school college career counselor to see what careers align with your hobbies and activities. You could also look up online career tests to see if any of those spark your interest. Ask the parents of your friends what they do or what they wish they could do and why. Additionally, you could see if any of those parents would let you shadow them for a day to see what they do. Be sure to sign up for a diverse set of classes before you graduate high school to see what's out there -- don't just follow your friends!
Don't fear! We learn about ourselves as we experience new things, and you can always change your major after you're in college.
Consider the classes, activities, and hobbies that excite you most and see if they apply to any available careers. You can also meet with a high school college career counselor to see what careers align with your hobbies and activities. You could also look up online career tests to see if any of those spark your interest. Ask the parents of your friends what they do or what they wish they could do and why. Additionally, you could see if any of those parents would let you shadow them for a day to see what they do. Be sure to sign up for a diverse set of classes before you graduate high school to see what's out there -- don't just follow your friends!
Don't fear! We learn about ourselves as we experience new things, and you can always change your major after you're in college.
Barbara Laurent
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Join some groups or clubs that you may have a small interest in. Just start somewhere! Read all about a topic that sparks you and keep at it for a few weeks or months. Sooner or later, you will run across something that really speaks to you and you can then focus energy on that topic or skill. Always ask questions, be willing to learn and share your knowledge with others. Take risks. You got this!
Gregory Harris
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You have plenty of time to decide so no rush! I would start by thinking what your ideal life style looks like. Do you want to work 8, 12, 16 hours a day? Do you want to have a ton of responsibility? What type of lifestyle (income, travel, etc)? From there I would narrow down careers that that match your desired life style. To do this, I would look at day in the life videos on youtube and research online to see how intense the job is day to day. Additionally, you could look at the expected monthly income and build a potential budget for what your life could look like with that job. After that, I would start to prioritize jobs you think you would be good at and researching them to find out what you like, which interest you the most, and what do you need to get there. After all this you will have ideal career path that matches your desired lifestyle. With that being said, you can ALWAYS change your career and pivot throughout your career. Nothing is ever set in stone and you can always switch jobs!
Jimil Burkhart
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If you're not sure what you want to major in, it can be helpful to take some time to explore your interests and find out what you're passionate about. Here are a few ways to help you find your interests:
Take a variety of classes: Take classes in different subject areas in high school, it can help you discover what you're good at and what you enjoy.
Try different activities: Get involved in different extracurricular activities, clubs, or volunteer opportunities. This can give you an idea of what you're interested in, what you enjoy, and what you're good at.
Job shadowing or interning: One of the best ways to learn about different careers and what it's like to work in a certain field, is to job shadow or intern with someone who is working in that field.
Research Careers: Research different careers that align with your skills and interests, and learn more about what they involve. Websites such as O*NET OnLine, Careeronestop, and LinkedIn Learning have a lot of information about different careers.
Consult a career counselor: It's worth talking to a career counselor, they can help you identify your strengths, values, and goals, and match those with potential careers.
Take college courses: Many colleges and universities also have a career center and offer career services, so even if you're still in high school, you can explore different majors and career options.
It's important to remember that finding your major may take time, and it may take some trial and error to find something that you're truly passionate about, but by exploring different options and being open-minded, you will be able to make a more informed decision.
Take a variety of classes: Take classes in different subject areas in high school, it can help you discover what you're good at and what you enjoy.
Try different activities: Get involved in different extracurricular activities, clubs, or volunteer opportunities. This can give you an idea of what you're interested in, what you enjoy, and what you're good at.
Job shadowing or interning: One of the best ways to learn about different careers and what it's like to work in a certain field, is to job shadow or intern with someone who is working in that field.
Research Careers: Research different careers that align with your skills and interests, and learn more about what they involve. Websites such as O*NET OnLine, Careeronestop, and LinkedIn Learning have a lot of information about different careers.
Consult a career counselor: It's worth talking to a career counselor, they can help you identify your strengths, values, and goals, and match those with potential careers.
Take college courses: Many colleges and universities also have a career center and offer career services, so even if you're still in high school, you can explore different majors and career options.
It's important to remember that finding your major may take time, and it may take some trial and error to find something that you're truly passionate about, but by exploring different options and being open-minded, you will be able to make a more informed decision.
Rebecca Tang
Banking
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. This is a common question that many students have.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about your hobbies and favorite subjects and identify the related careers
E.g. If you are interested in Maths, would you like to be an accountant, banker, engineer, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on these careers and identify what career you have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counselor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 career you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in the college
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Think about your hobbies and favorite subjects and identify the related careers
E.g. If you are interested in Maths, would you like to be an accountant, banker, engineer, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on these careers and identify what career you have interest
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counselor, your parents, etc.
4. Shortlist 1-2 career you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in the college
Hope this helps! Good Luck!