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I don't know which career should I do i wasted my half 11th
I want to do something in the life and I am confused in career choice
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Beth’s Answer
Sakshi, you are just in the beginning of your journey and life is about learning from experience, so continue to keep your head up to move forward. A great way to find out if you like something is to volunteer. Investing a few hours at an event, at a nursing home, at a company, can provide reak perspective on what you may like or not like and there could be careers you uncover that you were not aware of. Your career interests will change many times over your likfe time, so be patient and be open to trying new opportunities. Volunteering with a friend or family member can also be fun!
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question. The most important is to find out what career you have interest.
Below are my suggestions:
1. Think about what you have interest, e.g. your hobbies, favorite subjects, etc. and identify the related careers
E.g. If you like music, would you like to be a musician, musical artist, singer, music composer, music producer, etc.
If you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, finance manager, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on the 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 careers you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subject in colleges
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Below are my suggestions:
1. Think about what you have interest, e.g. your hobbies, favorite subjects, etc. and identify the related careers
E.g. If you like music, would you like to be a musician, musical artist, singer, music composer, music producer, etc.
If you have interest in maths, would you like to be an accountant, finance manager, engineer, banker, financial analyst, maths teacher, etc.
2. Find out more on the 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 careers you would like to pursue
5. Explore the entry criteria of relevant subject in colleges
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
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Nazia’s Answer
Take a deep breath; your 11th year was valuable. It's normal to feel unsure about the future while in high school, and no one expects you to have everything figured out yet.
Start by thinking about what truly interests you. Do you enjoy working with technology, solving math problems, being creative, or working with others? Consider what's important for your future, like financial security, freedom, flexible hours, or making a difference.
Instead of settling on one career, explore a few options that intrigue you. Research the necessary education, daily tasks, salary, and growth potential. Talk to people in those jobs, take a short course, or try a small project to see what it's really like.
Remember, the best career isn't what others say is perfect. It's the one that matches your unique strengths, goals, and lifestyle.
Start by thinking about what truly interests you. Do you enjoy working with technology, solving math problems, being creative, or working with others? Consider what's important for your future, like financial security, freedom, flexible hours, or making a difference.
Instead of settling on one career, explore a few options that intrigue you. Research the necessary education, daily tasks, salary, and growth potential. Talk to people in those jobs, take a short course, or try a small project to see what it's really like.
Remember, the best career isn't what others say is perfect. It's the one that matches your unique strengths, goals, and lifestyle.
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Kisha’s Answer
Focus on the next step, not the time that's already passed. Your future is built by what you do today, and you still have plenty of time to find a career you'll love.
Start with these steps:
-List the subjects and activities you enjoy most.
-Identify your strengths and skills.
-Research 3-5 careers that match your interests.
-Talk to teachers, mentors, or professionals for advice.
-Set small goals for improving your grades and exploring career options.
Start with these steps:
-List the subjects and activities you enjoy most.
-Identify your strengths and skills.
-Research 3-5 careers that match your interests.
-Talk to teachers, mentors, or professionals for advice.
-Set small goals for improving your grades and exploring career options.
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Kelly’s Answer
11th grade is a turning point, not the end. You still have time in 11th and all of 12th grade to strengthen your academics or explore new paths.
Don't stress about being perfect. Career choices aren't set in stone; most people change jobs or careers several times.
Organize your interests: Earn (skills that help you make money), Energize (hobbies that make you happy), and Explore (things you're curious about on weekends). Try a free aptitude test like the 123test Career Test or check out Monster Jobs to see which jobs match your personality.
Talk to people in jobs that interest you. Ask for a short chat to learn what their day-to-day work is like.
Focus on the next 6 months. Don't worry about planning the next decade. Just decide on your next academic step or skill to learn.
Don't stress about being perfect. Career choices aren't set in stone; most people change jobs or careers several times.
Organize your interests: Earn (skills that help you make money), Energize (hobbies that make you happy), and Explore (things you're curious about on weekends). Try a free aptitude test like the 123test Career Test or check out Monster Jobs to see which jobs match your personality.
Talk to people in jobs that interest you. Ask for a short chat to learn what their day-to-day work is like.
Focus on the next 6 months. Don't worry about planning the next decade. Just decide on your next academic step or skill to learn.
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Sonya’s Answer
Think about what you are good at and which subject you enjoy the most. When you focus on something you love and excel in, it becomes easier to see which career path is right for you. In India, you can also take on part-time jobs during your holidays while studying. This gives you valuable real-world experience. I believe this approach can really help you succeed.
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Lisa’s Answer
People change careers or jobs at any point in their lives, so you definitely have not wasted your time because you have not decided on a career in 11th grade. Try doing some volunteer work in an area that you may be interested in. Read about different jobs or careers to see what skills are needed. You may change jobs many times. If you are not happy in a job, you can always explore different options.
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Heather’s Answer
You haven't wasted any time. You are still young and trying to figure out your future. The fact that you are worried, shows that you do care and want to make the right choice for you.
Sit down and write you goals for your future. They don't have to be perfect but that will give you a start for where you want to be. Then think about your interests. Do some research and see what programs are out there for the field of study you are interested in. Once you have a good idea, talk to people in these career field. Gather as much information that you can to help make your decision. Knowledge is power. And always remember, you don't have to have it all figured out today. Give yourself grace in this process and don't settle. Do what you love, and it won't ever feel like a "job".
Sit down and write you goals for your future. They don't have to be perfect but that will give you a start for where you want to be. Then think about your interests. Do some research and see what programs are out there for the field of study you are interested in. Once you have a good idea, talk to people in these career field. Gather as much information that you can to help make your decision. Knowledge is power. And always remember, you don't have to have it all figured out today. Give yourself grace in this process and don't settle. Do what you love, and it won't ever feel like a "job".
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Christina’s Answer
Hello Sakshi!
Thank you for your question. Choosing a career path can be exciting! Start by thinking about what you love doing and which school subjects you enjoy the most. These questions can help guide you. Once you have some ideas, try talking to people who work in those areas. You could even spend a day with them to see what their job is like or join internships to gain experience.
You’ve got this, and I wish you all the best!
Thank you for your question. Choosing a career path can be exciting! Start by thinking about what you love doing and which school subjects you enjoy the most. These questions can help guide you. Once you have some ideas, try talking to people who work in those areas. You could even spend a day with them to see what their job is like or join internships to gain experience.
You’ve got this, and I wish you all the best!
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Jezlea’s Answer
Half of 11th grade feeling wasted is not nearly as costly as it feels right now. You still have time to course correct and the fact that you are asking this question means you are already moving in the right direction. Most people do not figure out their direction on a clean timeline and many successful people spent far longer feeling lost before finding their path.
The best place to start is paying attention to what genuinely holds your attention without effort. Not what sounds impressive or what your family expects but what you actually find yourself drawn to when nobody is watching. That natural pull is more useful career data than any test or counselor recommendation because it reflects who you actually are rather than who you think you should be.
From there, do not try to pick a final career. Just pick a direction that interests you enough to explore further. Talk to people working in fields that sound appealing, research what those jobs actually look like day to day, and let that information guide your next small step. Clarity comes from doing and exploring, not from thinking harder about it in isolation.
The best place to start is paying attention to what genuinely holds your attention without effort. Not what sounds impressive or what your family expects but what you actually find yourself drawn to when nobody is watching. That natural pull is more useful career data than any test or counselor recommendation because it reflects who you actually are rather than who you think you should be.
From there, do not try to pick a final career. Just pick a direction that interests you enough to explore further. Talk to people working in fields that sound appealing, research what those jobs actually look like day to day, and let that information guide your next small step. Clarity comes from doing and exploring, not from thinking harder about it in isolation.
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Carol’s Answer
I echo much of what the other responders have already said. It is important to figure out what you enjoy doing, where your strengths lie, and what comes naturally to you. Figuring this out will help you choose a career/path that will be more than just a job. If you haven't taken the Gallup StrengthsFinder assessment, you might consider doing that. It can help you identify your strengths and the things that you are naturally good at doing.
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Swapna’s Answer
The fact that you are worried about your future actually shows that you care about building one. Instead of asking, "What career should I choose for the rest of my life?" start with answering the below questions :
What subjects do I enjoy the most?
What type of work sounds interesting to me?
Do I enjoy working with people, numbers, technology, creativity or science?
Take a step back and think about what comes naturally to you. Are you good at cooking, arts, carpentry, business, negotiation, helping people, gaming, technology, problem solving, short film making or anything else.
You don't need all the answers today. Your job right now is to explore, learn and stay curious. Talk to people in different careers, watch career videos, attend webinars and try new things. Every experience will help you understand yourself a little better.
Sometimes your strengths show up outside the classroom. And remember, not everyone who succeeds was a top student. Many entrepreneurs, business owners, chefs, carpenters, artists, sales professionals and skilled business people built successful careers because they discovered what they were good at and 'worked hard at it. to learn and improve.' Academic performance is just one measure of success, not the only one!
What subjects do I enjoy the most?
What type of work sounds interesting to me?
Do I enjoy working with people, numbers, technology, creativity or science?
Take a step back and think about what comes naturally to you. Are you good at cooking, arts, carpentry, business, negotiation, helping people, gaming, technology, problem solving, short film making or anything else.
You don't need all the answers today. Your job right now is to explore, learn and stay curious. Talk to people in different careers, watch career videos, attend webinars and try new things. Every experience will help you understand yourself a little better.
Sometimes your strengths show up outside the classroom. And remember, not everyone who succeeds was a top student. Many entrepreneurs, business owners, chefs, carpenters, artists, sales professionals and skilled business people built successful careers because they discovered what they were good at and 'worked hard at it. to learn and improve.' Academic performance is just one measure of success, not the only one!
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Wong’s Answer
You haven't wasted your 11th. It's completely normal to feel confused about your career, especially while you're still in school. You don't need to have your entire life figured out right now.
You can start by thinking about your interests, strengths, and the kind of lifestyle you want. Ask yourself what subjects or activities you enjoy, what kind of problems you like solving, whether you prefer working with people, technology, numbers, creativity, or practical tasks, and whether things like salary, job security, work-life balance, or helping others are important to you.
Then, choose a few careers that seem interesting and research them instead of trying to immediately choose one. Look at the education required, typical work, career growth, salary range in your area, and what people actually do day to day. If possible, talk to people who work in those careers or try short courses, volunteering, projects, or internships.
Also, don't choose a career simply because someone else says it's the "best" career. A good career is one that fits your abilities, interests, goals, and circumstances.
You can start by thinking about your interests, strengths, and the kind of lifestyle you want. Ask yourself what subjects or activities you enjoy, what kind of problems you like solving, whether you prefer working with people, technology, numbers, creativity, or practical tasks, and whether things like salary, job security, work-life balance, or helping others are important to you.
Then, choose a few careers that seem interesting and research them instead of trying to immediately choose one. Look at the education required, typical work, career growth, salary range in your area, and what people actually do day to day. If possible, talk to people who work in those careers or try short courses, volunteering, projects, or internships.
Also, don't choose a career simply because someone else says it's the "best" career. A good career is one that fits your abilities, interests, goals, and circumstances.