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When will I know if a career is the right one?
Will I get a feeling like an aha moment or will I have to jump in first and see if I like it or not?
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Afrad’s Answer
Great question Ayden! From my experience, some do experience that "aha" moment but many simply flow into their roles and eventually get comfortable and even like it. I recommend trying to experience as many of the things you're even remotely interested in. This will provide you a better understanding of how they are in the real world, vs what you hear or may read about. Take opportunities to do internships, site visits, volunteer, or anything that would allow you to witness employees in the field. Youtube has a lot of videos on almost any field or job, that can shed light as well. Keep in mind this is not a guaranteed formula to give you that "epiphany" that you seek, but would greatly increase the probability.
From my own experience, I studied electrical engineering but found that I did not like it. I then changed to a general major, not sure where to go. By the end semester, I decided to speak to an advisor, who simply asked what I (as a person) liked, regardless of whether or not was an available program. From that, she introduced me to Engineering technology, which I began as it piqued my interest. However, through the program, I learned about process improvement methodologies (such as Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma)....and at this point, I did experience that "AHA" moment you seek! It is a great feeling indeed, and to date, I shifted from engineering to focus on process improvement full-time, and loving it!
From my own experience, I studied electrical engineering but found that I did not like it. I then changed to a general major, not sure where to go. By the end semester, I decided to speak to an advisor, who simply asked what I (as a person) liked, regardless of whether or not was an available program. From that, she introduced me to Engineering technology, which I began as it piqued my interest. However, through the program, I learned about process improvement methodologies (such as Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma)....and at this point, I did experience that "AHA" moment you seek! It is a great feeling indeed, and to date, I shifted from engineering to focus on process improvement full-time, and loving it!
I appreciate you taking the time to answer this.
Ayden
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Terrell’s Answer
When will I know if a career is the right one?
The main thing that you are looking for if a career is right for you depends on a couple of things:
1. Self enjoyment
2. Feeling of self-pride in your job
3.The job makes you fell as you are making a valuable contribution
The main thing that you are looking for if a career is right for you depends on a couple of things:
1. Self enjoyment
2. Feeling of self-pride in your job
3.The job makes you fell as you are making a valuable contribution
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