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Olivia
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How can I find the best job for me ?
12th grade was the last grade I was in.
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Rebecca Joseph
Immigration
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New York, New York
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Rebecca’s Answer
Choosing the perfect job for you is a personal decision that hinges on several elements, such as your values, interests, and career objectives.
To help you identify the ideal job, ponder over these questions:
1. Is a balance between work and personal life crucial for you, or is a high income your top priority?
2. Which area are you drawn to, find enjoyable, and excel in?
3. Would you prefer to work in a conventional office environment?
4. Does a small, medium, or large-sized company appeal to you more?
5. Do you prefer teamwork or working solo?
You'll probably have to try out several different jobs to discover what you enjoy and what you'd rather avoid in a future job. Understand that finding the perfect job that suits you may not be a straightforward task and will require some trial and error. However, with determination and a proactive approach in seeking advice from others about what each job entails, you can sculpt the perfect career path for yourself.
To help you identify the ideal job, ponder over these questions:
1. Is a balance between work and personal life crucial for you, or is a high income your top priority?
2. Which area are you drawn to, find enjoyable, and excel in?
3. Would you prefer to work in a conventional office environment?
4. Does a small, medium, or large-sized company appeal to you more?
5. Do you prefer teamwork or working solo?
You'll probably have to try out several different jobs to discover what you enjoy and what you'd rather avoid in a future job. Understand that finding the perfect job that suits you may not be a straightforward task and will require some trial and error. However, with determination and a proactive approach in seeking advice from others about what each job entails, you can sculpt the perfect career path for yourself.
Perry Zuckerman
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Perry’s Answer
Tough question. Here is a short inadequate answer:
Look at yourself, what you like, what you like to do, your strengths, what you do well, and sort through advice from friends, family, and people in jobs that you might be considering. Maybe try different things.
Don't rush any decision.
Perry
Look at yourself, what you like, what you like to do, your strengths, what you do well, and sort through advice from friends, family, and people in jobs that you might be considering. Maybe try different things.
Don't rush any decision.
Perry
Sumeet Gupta
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Sumeet’s Answer
Hello Olivia,
Additionally, I will recommend you to pursue an associate degree or joining a trade school that can give a boost to your career. Going through these programs will help you building your network & also reflect strongly with your prospective employers.
Wish you all the best with your search.
Additionally, I will recommend you to pursue an associate degree or joining a trade school that can give a boost to your career. Going through these programs will help you building your network & also reflect strongly with your prospective employers.
Wish you all the best with your search.
Ann Carpenter
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New York, New York
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Ann’s Answer
Hi Olivia,
This is a very tough question that everyone grapples with, both at the start of their career and multiple points along the way! I would think about a job search across three main steps: self-reflection, research, and testing.
On self-reflection, it's very important to identify your strengths, weaknesses, values, and ultimate career goals before selecting a job. There are certain tools available to help figure out the discrete skills and core competencies you possess (StrengthsFinder or Myers-Briggs are two good examples). Next it's important to clarify your values and the things that motivate you (i.e., financial stability, work-life balance, creativity, etc.) Lastly, determine your ultimate career goals and visualize where you see yourself in 5, 10, 15+ years.
Next on research, here it's important to spend time researching the industries and roles that are particularly exciting to you and then identify the specific skills and qualifications needed to apply for those roles. Websites like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed are great for finding detailed job postings. Pay attention to the skills and qualifications they emphasize.
Finally, the most important thing is testing and exploring job options! Most people do not enjoy their first, second, or even third jobs, but the only way you can figure out what you do and don't like about a job or industry is by actually experiencing what it's like to work in that role. The best way to do this (outside of applying for jobs), is exploring internships, reaching out to people in your network for informational interviews about their jobs, and job shadowing.
Good luck - you got this!
This is a very tough question that everyone grapples with, both at the start of their career and multiple points along the way! I would think about a job search across three main steps: self-reflection, research, and testing.
On self-reflection, it's very important to identify your strengths, weaknesses, values, and ultimate career goals before selecting a job. There are certain tools available to help figure out the discrete skills and core competencies you possess (StrengthsFinder or Myers-Briggs are two good examples). Next it's important to clarify your values and the things that motivate you (i.e., financial stability, work-life balance, creativity, etc.) Lastly, determine your ultimate career goals and visualize where you see yourself in 5, 10, 15+ years.
Next on research, here it's important to spend time researching the industries and roles that are particularly exciting to you and then identify the specific skills and qualifications needed to apply for those roles. Websites like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed are great for finding detailed job postings. Pay attention to the skills and qualifications they emphasize.
Finally, the most important thing is testing and exploring job options! Most people do not enjoy their first, second, or even third jobs, but the only way you can figure out what you do and don't like about a job or industry is by actually experiencing what it's like to work in that role. The best way to do this (outside of applying for jobs), is exploring internships, reaching out to people in your network for informational interviews about their jobs, and job shadowing.
Good luck - you got this!
Argi Spetsiotis
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Argi’s Answer
Of course there are many factors you should consider, but I believe it's always beneficial to ponder upon these key points:
- What sparks your curiosity and passion?
- What are your strengths and talents?
- How much demand is there for these particular skills or interests?
- What sparks your curiosity and passion?
- What are your strengths and talents?
- How much demand is there for these particular skills or interests?