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Did your career goal statement change greatly? If so, how? If not, what's the next step you'll take to make progress toward your career goals? Do you need any help or do you find anything confusing?
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Rose’s Answer
Hi Ty! My career goals haven't changed much. As I learned more, I found out I'm really good at contract management and risk compliance. Once I realized this, I focused my career in that direction. I started college in business administration, which fits well with contracts.
My best advice is to use the resources around you. Through employment and experience, I was able to work with various mentors, academic advisors, professors to explore my options and figure out what I wanted in my career. These talks helped me make a confident choice and specialize in my field.
It's totally normal for your goals to shift as you learn more about yourself. Don't hesitate to ask questions, seek advice, and try different paths along the way.
My best advice is to use the resources around you. Through employment and experience, I was able to work with various mentors, academic advisors, professors to explore my options and figure out what I wanted in my career. These talks helped me make a confident choice and specialize in my field.
It's totally normal for your goals to shift as you learn more about yourself. Don't hesitate to ask questions, seek advice, and try different paths along the way.
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Diana’s Answer
Hii ty!
When I was younger, I thought choosing one career path meant I had to stick with it forever. Over time, I realized that careers evolve as we do.
I’m a psychologist, but throughout my journey I’ve also become involved in teaching, writing, public speaking, and volunteering. None of those opportunities were part of my original plan, yet they’ve helped me grow both personally and professionally.
My advice is not to worry if your career goals change. Instead, focus on learning transferable skills like communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. Those skills will benefit you no matter what career you choose.
Your next step doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to move you forward. Stay curious, explore different opportunities, and allow yourself to grow along the way.
When I was younger, I thought choosing one career path meant I had to stick with it forever. Over time, I realized that careers evolve as we do.
I’m a psychologist, but throughout my journey I’ve also become involved in teaching, writing, public speaking, and volunteering. None of those opportunities were part of my original plan, yet they’ve helped me grow both personally and professionally.
My advice is not to worry if your career goals change. Instead, focus on learning transferable skills like communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability. Those skills will benefit you no matter what career you choose.
Your next step doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to move you forward. Stay curious, explore different opportunities, and allow yourself to grow along the way.
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Thomas’s Answer
It really depends on who you are, and that's okay! I know plenty of people who know what their career goals have been for 10+ years. I know people whos career goals change every year. Each person is different.
Personally, my career goals have been changing a lot over the years. 9 years into my career, I'm still not entirely sure what I want to be when I "grow up". So what I've focused on, is building good skills and knowledge that can apply to many different careers, continuing to grow while keeping my options open.
All that to say, don't stress about career goals. But still think about them. Because when you think about them, you can be more intentional with how you work towards those goals, and grow as a person in the meantime!
Personally, my career goals have been changing a lot over the years. 9 years into my career, I'm still not entirely sure what I want to be when I "grow up". So what I've focused on, is building good skills and knowledge that can apply to many different careers, continuing to grow while keeping my options open.
All that to say, don't stress about career goals. But still think about them. Because when you think about them, you can be more intentional with how you work towards those goals, and grow as a person in the meantime!
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Madison’s Answer
Yes, my career goals changed quite a bit. I originally started college pursuing elementary education before realizing that business and marketing were a better fit for my interests and strengths.
My biggest piece of advice is to utilize the resources around you. I had conversations with coaches, academic advisors, professors, and other mentors to talk through my options and better understand what I wanted from my career. Those discussions helped me make a confident decision.
It's completely normal for your goals to change as you learn more about yourself. Don't be afraid to ask questions, seek advice, and explore different paths along the way.
My biggest piece of advice is to utilize the resources around you. I had conversations with coaches, academic advisors, professors, and other mentors to talk through my options and better understand what I wanted from my career. Those discussions helped me make a confident decision.
It's completely normal for your goals to change as you learn more about yourself. Don't be afraid to ask questions, seek advice, and explore different paths along the way.
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Terry’s Answer
When I was an undergraduate at the University of Texas in the early 1970s, I aimed to become either a lawyer or a history teacher. My major was History Pre-Law. Like most students, I had to take electives, so I chose business and accounting classes. My history courses covered European and world history, but I focused on American Colonial and Revolutionary War history. In law, I studied Roman law, Common Law, Business Law, Contracts, and Real Estate Law. I also took a basic computer class where I created a bank's credit card billing system and discovered my talent for programming, earning an A+.
After my first semester, I needed a part-time job and found one near campus with the Texas State House Reporter at the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulated oil and gas. We produced printed reports on these regulations. I also worked at Austin National Bank as a credit approver and later at Southwestern Bell Telephone in their bill payment processing group, eventually moving to their Data Center in charge of supplies.
These varied work experiences influenced my career path. After graduating with a BA in Liberal Arts, I was accepted into three law schools and several graduate programs for a master's in history. Southwestern Bell offered me a manager's job in their data center, which I accepted because I needed the money and was planning to get married. I thought I could return to school later, which I did, earning two master's degrees in Information Management and Telecommunications Management, both paid for by SWBT. I worked during the day and attended school at night.
I stayed at Southwestern Bell Corp (SBC) for 27 years, eventually becoming a Senior Director over their Enterprise Data Warehouse, leading a team of over 200 employees. I also gained international experience as a Senior Director over Data Architecture in Mexico City for Telmex. Later, I held VP positions at Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Charter Communications. After retiring, I taught for three years before returning to IT as a Solution Manager in consulting at Deloitte Consulting, where I am today.
After my first semester, I needed a part-time job and found one near campus with the Texas State House Reporter at the Texas Railroad Commission, which regulated oil and gas. We produced printed reports on these regulations. I also worked at Austin National Bank as a credit approver and later at Southwestern Bell Telephone in their bill payment processing group, eventually moving to their Data Center in charge of supplies.
These varied work experiences influenced my career path. After graduating with a BA in Liberal Arts, I was accepted into three law schools and several graduate programs for a master's in history. Southwestern Bell offered me a manager's job in their data center, which I accepted because I needed the money and was planning to get married. I thought I could return to school later, which I did, earning two master's degrees in Information Management and Telecommunications Management, both paid for by SWBT. I worked during the day and attended school at night.
I stayed at Southwestern Bell Corp (SBC) for 27 years, eventually becoming a Senior Director over their Enterprise Data Warehouse, leading a team of over 200 employees. I also gained international experience as a Senior Director over Data Architecture in Mexico City for Telmex. Later, I held VP positions at Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Charter Communications. After retiring, I taught for three years before returning to IT as a Solution Manager in consulting at Deloitte Consulting, where I am today.
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Ladahvia’s Answer
My career goals have evolved over time. I initially aimed to pursue a creative path but eventually transitioned into the Medicaid field. Life doesn’t always follow a straight line—it can shift your direction and change what you want. Sometimes your interests change, and other times you may find value in pursuing multiple passions.
Choosing a career path now doesn’t mean you’re committed to it forever. As you grow, you may discover new interests that better align with your goals, and that’s perfectly okay. Allow yourself the flexibility to explore and choose the path that feels right for you.
Choosing a career path now doesn’t mean you’re committed to it forever. As you grow, you may discover new interests that better align with your goals, and that’s perfectly okay. Allow yourself the flexibility to explore and choose the path that feels right for you.