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lanee
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How do you know what career you wantt?
How do you know what career you want? Find something that keeps you distracted or something you have a strong passion for. something your really good at.
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Taj Kachaamy, PhD
Lecture
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El Cajon, California
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Taj’s Answer
You can start by eliminating what you do not like to decrease the range of choice. Then think of what you like or what you are good at.
Keyston Rice
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Choosing a career is a process that involves exploring your interests and strengths. Look for activities that captivate your attention or spark a strong passion within you. It's important to recognize what you excel at, as this can often guide you towards a fulfilling career. Remember, discovering the right path might take time, but focusing on what keeps you engaged and leveraging your skills can lead you to the right career fit.
John McCann
Research Tech
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Dear Lanee,
Take a moment, sit back, and jot down all your passions and interests that come to mind. My life journey led me down this path because of a minor birth defect I've had since birth. I spent a lot of time in the hospital, and I noticed that many children there had conditions more severe than mine. This ignited a desire in me to help these children in any way I could, a desire that grew stronger as I got older and started thinking about college.
Initially, I was drawn to pediatrics, dreaming of becoming a physician. However, as I grew older, I realized that doctors often communicated more with my parents than with me about my condition. This realization made me rethink my career choice. I wanted a profession where I could interact directly with children, which led me to consider physical therapy.
However, everything changed when I took a biochemistry course in college. My professor sparked a deep interest in me for the subject. I even took a second class with her that focused solely on the laboratory aspect. In college labs, we're often told to stick to the book, but sometimes, things don't work out as planned. During one such instance, my professor shared a valuable piece of advice: "We're told to teach by the book, but real life doesn't always follow the book." She then showed me how she would handle the situation in a real lab, and it made a world of difference.
When I started job hunting, I found that my hands-on lab experience gave me an edge. I was familiar with many lab techniques that others who were hired on the same day as me didn't know. Since then, I've been working in research at a technical level. Even graduate students, PhDs, and MDs often seek my advice on how to rectify mistakes in their experiments.
In the near future, I plan to retire from research and visit local schools in my area. I want to show young students how we conduct experiments, analyze results, and apply them. I'm doing this because I believe that science is a field often overlooked due to its less-than-stellar pay. Many students prefer to pursue business or management. However, I chose this path because I wanted to contribute to the welfare of our children. They are our future, and they will be the ones taking care of us in our old age. I want to ensure that they have the best possible care, just like our parents and grandparents did.
Wishing you all the very best!
Take a moment, sit back, and jot down all your passions and interests that come to mind. My life journey led me down this path because of a minor birth defect I've had since birth. I spent a lot of time in the hospital, and I noticed that many children there had conditions more severe than mine. This ignited a desire in me to help these children in any way I could, a desire that grew stronger as I got older and started thinking about college.
Initially, I was drawn to pediatrics, dreaming of becoming a physician. However, as I grew older, I realized that doctors often communicated more with my parents than with me about my condition. This realization made me rethink my career choice. I wanted a profession where I could interact directly with children, which led me to consider physical therapy.
However, everything changed when I took a biochemistry course in college. My professor sparked a deep interest in me for the subject. I even took a second class with her that focused solely on the laboratory aspect. In college labs, we're often told to stick to the book, but sometimes, things don't work out as planned. During one such instance, my professor shared a valuable piece of advice: "We're told to teach by the book, but real life doesn't always follow the book." She then showed me how she would handle the situation in a real lab, and it made a world of difference.
When I started job hunting, I found that my hands-on lab experience gave me an edge. I was familiar with many lab techniques that others who were hired on the same day as me didn't know. Since then, I've been working in research at a technical level. Even graduate students, PhDs, and MDs often seek my advice on how to rectify mistakes in their experiments.
In the near future, I plan to retire from research and visit local schools in my area. I want to show young students how we conduct experiments, analyze results, and apply them. I'm doing this because I believe that science is a field often overlooked due to its less-than-stellar pay. Many students prefer to pursue business or management. However, I chose this path because I wanted to contribute to the welfare of our children. They are our future, and they will be the ones taking care of us in our old age. I want to ensure that they have the best possible care, just like our parents and grandparents did.
Wishing you all the very best!
Harvey S
Renewals/Account Manager
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Almost everyone will tell you to follow what you are interested in, which is natural. But people almost never mention that you should also ask yourself what kind of lifestyle you want to live.
Remember that while your job is a large part of your life, beyond your 9-5 is a majority of your time, so what do you want to do with it? What kind of house do you want to live in? What do you need if you want to travel often or if your hobbies are expensive? Would you value working from home or being in the office, or being outside?
You may have a burning desire to do a particular job, but perhaps if you are not as set on a particular line of work, think about what type of job will facilitate the lifestyle that you want, and you will be surprised at what you find!
Remember that while your job is a large part of your life, beyond your 9-5 is a majority of your time, so what do you want to do with it? What kind of house do you want to live in? What do you need if you want to travel often or if your hobbies are expensive? Would you value working from home or being in the office, or being outside?
You may have a burning desire to do a particular job, but perhaps if you are not as set on a particular line of work, think about what type of job will facilitate the lifestyle that you want, and you will be surprised at what you find!
Malar Velappan PMP, CPM, CSM, BoardBuild certified
Product Management
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Palo Alto, California
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Hello Lanee! I'm not quite sure what grade you're in right now, but usually, as kids move through middle school and high school, they start to develop a sense of what subjects they really enjoy. This can be a great starting point for thinking about future career paths that match up with these subjects. Often, the subjects you love are also the ones you're really good at, which is fantastic because it means your interests and talents are in sync. Once you've pinpointed your favourite subjects, it becomes much simpler to spot potential careers related to those areas. For example, if you're a fan of history and language, you might consider careers in law or political science. If biology or chemistry are more your thing, you could be drawn to fields like medicine, biomedicine, or biochemistry. So, start pondering over your favourite subjects and any extracurricular activities you enjoy. From there, you can start exploring the career possibilities in those fields. Best of luck to you!
Alice Wen
Procurement
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Austin, Texas
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Hello Ianee! The answer to your question largely depends on your personal circumstances and preferences. It's best to pursue a career that ignites your passion. However, this is often an ideal scenario and not always feasible. Not everyone can turn a passion into a profitable career. It's crucial to consider the practicalities of life and secure a job that covers your expenses. Some people are okay with jobs they don't particularly love, while others aren't.
So, here's a practical approach: Start by researching the jobs that interests you or at least those you can accept and tolerate. Investigate the average salaries and job descriptions of these roles, as they might not be what you envision. Next, eliminate any jobs you absolutely couldn't see yourself doing. Then, prioritize the remaining options based on your interest level.
Once you've narrowed down your options, try to connect with individuals who are already in these roles. Ask them about their experiences, the advantages and disadvantages, and their level of job satisfaction. LinkedIn is also a great platform to find professionals in your fields of interest. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask if they'd be willing to share their experiences with you.
Best of luck on your journey!
So, here's a practical approach: Start by researching the jobs that interests you or at least those you can accept and tolerate. Investigate the average salaries and job descriptions of these roles, as they might not be what you envision. Next, eliminate any jobs you absolutely couldn't see yourself doing. Then, prioritize the remaining options based on your interest level.
Once you've narrowed down your options, try to connect with individuals who are already in these roles. Ask them about their experiences, the advantages and disadvantages, and their level of job satisfaction. LinkedIn is also a great platform to find professionals in your fields of interest. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask if they'd be willing to share their experiences with you.
Best of luck on your journey!
Jerome Dees Jr.
Sales Professional and Networking Expert
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San Francisco, California
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Jerome’s Answer
If you apply yourself and stay consistent, you can do both. I am a sales professional which I greatly enjoy. I make decent money, can care for my family and I am able to dedicate a portion of my time to non-profit work.
Remember that you have more control over your destiny than you realize. Keep applying yourself and you can find the balance.
Remember that you have more control over your destiny than you realize. Keep applying yourself and you can find the balance.
Enise Agel
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Hello Lanee,
I would say there are many pathways you can take in your life. Yet, initially, you wish you would like to achieve your goals. Know and believe yourself; once you know how to find your confidence, I would suggest that you can surf the internet.
If you wonder how to find a career that you are fit the job, discover your passion and talent. You should have a list of an easy step route plan. Without your career plan, you can barely notice how you progress something you find your passion. You may start with your interests and hobbies that you enjoy in your life. It is because that you can realise that you can certainly do many things in your life. You can be an inspirational once you are being determined and successful person.
If you have not previously experienced volunteering, internships, or part-time job yet, I highly recommend to apply on job board. Look at each job announcements and requirements; the reason is that you may recognise how many hard and soft skills and emotional intelligence skills you have achieved before. To develop your hard and soft skills, you need to collaborate with the team members in the project/seminar groups, or you can be a volunteer or an intern; so that you may gain new skills you have not experienced.
I hope this helps.
I would say there are many pathways you can take in your life. Yet, initially, you wish you would like to achieve your goals. Know and believe yourself; once you know how to find your confidence, I would suggest that you can surf the internet.
If you wonder how to find a career that you are fit the job, discover your passion and talent. You should have a list of an easy step route plan. Without your career plan, you can barely notice how you progress something you find your passion. You may start with your interests and hobbies that you enjoy in your life. It is because that you can realise that you can certainly do many things in your life. You can be an inspirational once you are being determined and successful person.
If you have not previously experienced volunteering, internships, or part-time job yet, I highly recommend to apply on job board. Look at each job announcements and requirements; the reason is that you may recognise how many hard and soft skills and emotional intelligence skills you have achieved before. To develop your hard and soft skills, you need to collaborate with the team members in the project/seminar groups, or you can be a volunteer or an intern; so that you may gain new skills you have not experienced.
I hope this helps.
Terrie Johnson
IT Practice Leader - Hybrid Cloud Manage
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Terrie’s Answer
When determining what career is right for you, please consider what you a very passionate about, and what makes you feel accomplished.
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