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How long did it take to find out what career are you interested in?

I am not sure what kind of jobs should I go for.

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Thank you comment icon It depends on the person! Some people know from a very early age what career they want to work in, for others it can take them their entire lives to discover. I have known from an early age what I am interested in, but I am still attempting to figure out where to go as I go through university. What are you studying? What are your interests? What experiences have you had? All of these can help you determine what sort of job or career field you could potentially be interested in upon graduation. I hope this helped! Ashley
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Karine’s Answer

It took me a while, as i changed my mind several times and even changed studies too. At the end i finished by opportunities doing several jobs in different companies for my first 5 years of work, it was very interesting to understand that at the end i could learn almost everything and change jobs regularly. My last job brought me to Dell being a project Manager and it did suit me perfectly, I have now been with the same company for the past 7 years, i have changed twice jobs. I hope this helps, I would advice you to ask to be a trainee in different companies and jobs so you get the chance to understand it better. But do not worry, professional is full of surprises and you can reconvert at any time if you are curious and willing ! Wishing you the best of luck.
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It took me a while, as i changed my mind several times and even changed studies too. At the end i finished by opportunities doing several jobs in different companies for my first 5 years of work, it was very interesting to understand that at the end i could learn almost everything and change jobs regularly. My last job brought me to Dell being a project Manager and it did suit me perfectly, I have now been with the same company for the past 7 years, i have changed twice jobs. I hope this helps, I would advice you to ask to be a trainee in different companies and jobs so you get the chance to understand it better. But do not worry, professional is full of surprises and you can reconvert at any time if you are curious and willing ! Wishing you the best of luck.
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Rebecca’s Answer

I thought about my career from time to time when I was in my primary and secondary school. It may change at different stages as well. And, I considered it more seriously when I have to submit my application to the colleges.
I suggest you could consider approach below :
1. Think about your hobbies and interested that you may consider that you would like to work on something relevant in the future
2. Identify the relevant careers on these hobbies/subjects. E.g. if you are interested in music, would you consider to be a composer, singer, music teacher, etc.
3. Explore more these career and shortlist a few of them that you have interest.
4. Speak to someone who are working in these careers or seek advice from the career counsellor in your school or your parents.
5. Shortlist 1-2 careers you would like to pursue and find out the entry criteria of the relevant majors in the college.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
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linkinfeng’s Answer

This is phased, different needs of age, has been changing, but basically is a many years of work experience left you an experience, with this experience to change their career interest.
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janice’s Answer

There isn't a specific answer to how long it take. It depends and pretty much phased. At different stage of age you'd properly have different needs & interest. As time goes by, you'll have clearer view of your interest & strength.

Life experience is the new work experience...

Alternatively, there are some interest assessment which can help you identify careers that meet your interests. The assessment usually ask you a series of questions about what you like and what you don't.
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