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How do I find a career that best fits me?
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Gilbert’s Answer
This is a tough question that many people go through their career trying to answer. Take a look at "what you're good at" and "what you like". Those around you can help you with it. When I started off in my career, my office neighbor told me to take a look at "what you do on your free time" and that will provide some clues on "what you like".
Ideally, you'll find a career that is a combination of where you excel & enjoy. Many careers don't relate to what students study in school, so it's important to explore and learn about what people do and the career path they took to get to where they are. You may be able to do this through part-time job, internships, volunteer activities or meeting new people. The important thing is to ask questions and learn.
Ideally, you'll find a career that is a combination of where you excel & enjoy. Many careers don't relate to what students study in school, so it's important to explore and learn about what people do and the career path they took to get to where they are. You may be able to do this through part-time job, internships, volunteer activities or meeting new people. The important thing is to ask questions and learn.
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Leo’s Answer
Hello Jahmelia.
You probably already have some subjects at school that you find easier to do or enjoy more. Or maybe there are some extracurricular activities that you really enjoy. Start by analyzing yourself and find out those things. That'll give you a better idea of where to focus.
Once you find which things you like doing, you can come here again and ask something like: "I like doing X, Y and Z. Are there any jobs where I can do those things?"
There's also a book called Strengths Finder that might help you, but it is a little pricey. Still, that's another option that can help you find a career that fits you.
You probably already have some subjects at school that you find easier to do or enjoy more. Or maybe there are some extracurricular activities that you really enjoy. Start by analyzing yourself and find out those things. That'll give you a better idea of where to focus.
Once you find which things you like doing, you can come here again and ask something like: "I like doing X, Y and Z. Are there any jobs where I can do those things?"
There's also a book called Strengths Finder that might help you, but it is a little pricey. Still, that's another option that can help you find a career that fits you.
Hi Leo,
thank you so much, I will definitely find some things I enjoy to help me find a focus point.
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Johanna’s Answer
I agree with Joseph's and Leo's answers.
Here are some questions that could help you get started:
What are your strengths and interests?
What problems do you like solving?
What do you enjoy doing?
Once you decide on something, let's say for example you are interested in medicine-- I would then ask people in that field (Doctors, medical students, nurses , etc .) if they are willing to give you an informational interview so you can learn more.
I think volunteering could also open up doors and spark great ideas.
Here are some questions that could help you get started:
What are your strengths and interests?
What problems do you like solving?
What do you enjoy doing?
Once you decide on something, let's say for example you are interested in medicine-- I would then ask people in that field (Doctors, medical students, nurses , etc .) if they are willing to give you an informational interview so you can learn more.
I think volunteering could also open up doors and spark great ideas.
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Joseph’s Answer
Hi Jahmelia, thank you for your question.
Leo hit all the solid points, while reflecting on your question, I thought I would add one more point.
Who are some people in your life you look up to - mentors, family members, peers, friends, neighbors - are they in careers that might interest you? If this is the case, now you have people you can talk to, learn from and possibly provide a road map to a career. Don't under estimate the power of those around you.
I hope that helps.
Thanks again for your question,
Joseph M.
Leo hit all the solid points, while reflecting on your question, I thought I would add one more point.
Who are some people in your life you look up to - mentors, family members, peers, friends, neighbors - are they in careers that might interest you? If this is the case, now you have people you can talk to, learn from and possibly provide a road map to a career. Don't under estimate the power of those around you.
I hope that helps.
Thanks again for your question,
Joseph M.
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Gloria’s Answer
Hi Jahmelia,
Most of the responses that you have received started where I would start - with what you like to do and what talents that you already have.
I would add, if you cannot see any of those becoming a job, I would actually recommend going to college and taking a major like Liberal Arts. A Liberal Arts major is designed to give you exposure to a wide variety of subjects, some of which you may not have considered before. the great thing about college is that you are able to change your major, so if you do discover your passion, you can change to a more specific major.
Another way to explore jobs if through interacting with people you don't normally interact with. I do this through volunteering. I am passionate about giving back and volunteering exposes you to people who you might not otherwise meet. Many times while volunteering, we end up talking about other lives including what we as a job and why we like it or not. Exposure to people who are not like you can give you a real sense of what potential jobs are out there.
Lastly, I would offer that what you are passionate about now may change over time. Doing what you want now does not mean that you have to do that for the rest of your life. Doing what you like to do makes it much easier to work. It is true that if you love what you do, you will not work a day in your life. Loving what you do can keep you working even when the work gets really hard.
Good luck on your search for a career.
Gloria
Most of the responses that you have received started where I would start - with what you like to do and what talents that you already have.
I would add, if you cannot see any of those becoming a job, I would actually recommend going to college and taking a major like Liberal Arts. A Liberal Arts major is designed to give you exposure to a wide variety of subjects, some of which you may not have considered before. the great thing about college is that you are able to change your major, so if you do discover your passion, you can change to a more specific major.
Another way to explore jobs if through interacting with people you don't normally interact with. I do this through volunteering. I am passionate about giving back and volunteering exposes you to people who you might not otherwise meet. Many times while volunteering, we end up talking about other lives including what we as a job and why we like it or not. Exposure to people who are not like you can give you a real sense of what potential jobs are out there.
Lastly, I would offer that what you are passionate about now may change over time. Doing what you want now does not mean that you have to do that for the rest of your life. Doing what you like to do makes it much easier to work. It is true that if you love what you do, you will not work a day in your life. Loving what you do can keep you working even when the work gets really hard.
Good luck on your search for a career.
Gloria