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How will I like be able to actually start being able to look for a job I have no idea what interests me and what doesn’t. ?

How will I like be able to actually start being able to look for a job? I have no idea what interests me and what doesn’t.

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Torrie’s Answer

Hello! Great question btw(by-the-way). Life never gives you a blueprint, does it. I see it as so...when you don't know you just step out and do. From personal experience fast food will heavily assist you with not knowing what to do. And I say this because these types of jobs will either help to motivate you or not motivate you and have you running for the nearest exit. The job duties can definitely be brutal but these experiences tend to build character which will help you in your next career. So it doesn't have to be all tears and grief. Fast food jobs will help grow you in ways you didn't think it could. And also remember that it is never personal, just food. So when you get that angry not so happy customer just smile and be extra kind. They will remember that, trust me. Service industry jobs will really show you what you are made of. If you work in those industries, you can work anywhere and succeed! I remember my humble days of flipping burgers and getting grease all over my uniform, working endless hours in the drive-thru with customers that were indecisive about what they wanted to order, working the front counter with customers breathing down my neck about the specials of the day, mopping dirty floors, and cleaning unpleasant bathrooms(surprises everywhere yuck). I share not to scare you but to say take it all with a grain of salt. Fast food will show you what you are made of or not. They are ALWAYS hiring and there are plenty to choose from...so GO AND STEP OUT!
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Ciara-Beth’s Answer

This is a normal feeling to have. I remember when I was looking for my first full-time job two years ago, I felt like I was completely out of my depth! That said, here are a couple of different approaches I found useful:

1. Reading through different Job listings on LinkedIn (or similar websites), not to look for a job, but to explore different roles and industries that exist. I would enter a really broad keyword in the search bar (like 'technology', 'research' etc.), read through the different listings, keep note of any jobs that sounded interesting, and also keep track of why I thought they were interesting.

2. Make a list of your current hobbies and interests, and why you enjoy them. For example, if you enjoy the statistical element of sports, maybe you might be interested in looking into data analytics. Are there any causes you're passionate about? For example, if you're passionate about the environment, maybe you should look into jobs relating to climate science.
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Rebecca’s Answer

Thank you for your question. Many students have similar question.
Below are my suggestions:
1. Think about what you have interest, eg your hobbies favourite subjects, etc and identify the related careers
Eg if you like music, would you like to be a musician, singer, musical artist, music composer, music producer, etc
If you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, engineer, banker financial analyst, maths teacher, etc
2. Find out more on these careers and determine what 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 you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subjects in colleges
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
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