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Trisha’s Answer
Hi Kate, sometimes people know exactly what they want to do and others find their way. Keep in mind your career will evolve and change. Have you taken a class in school you really like? Do you like to work outside, want to help others. It's important to think about what will be exciting and something you will enjoy doing each day. Talking to people about what they do and how they got into it may help you as well. Sometimes a hobby can become a career. The sky is the limit. Trisha
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Nicole’s Answer
My advice to you is that there isn't a perfect career. Every path has sacrifices. You can get somewhere fast, go somewhere interesting, have great benefits / flexibility, or make lots of money. But rarely do you get all at once.
Think long term about what's important to you.
Do you want to travel the world? Money might matter. You may want to pick a specialized career with high pay and limited competition,
Do you want to be a parent? Flexibility might be important. You may want a job that gives you good insurance and time off, like in business.
Do you hate school? Working behind a desk may not be for you. A trade program might be best.
Do you have a passion worth following? What would you give up to pursue it full time?
Just keep in mind that choosing one may sacrifice the other.
Think about the classes and hobbies that interest you now. Explore the majors and jobs related to it. Then weigh them against the factors above.
Think long term about what's important to you.
Do you want to travel the world? Money might matter. You may want to pick a specialized career with high pay and limited competition,
Do you want to be a parent? Flexibility might be important. You may want a job that gives you good insurance and time off, like in business.
Do you hate school? Working behind a desk may not be for you. A trade program might be best.
Do you have a passion worth following? What would you give up to pursue it full time?
Just keep in mind that choosing one may sacrifice the other.
Think about the classes and hobbies that interest you now. Explore the majors and jobs related to it. Then weigh them against the factors above.