Career questions tagged uncertainty


How do I best plan for the future (financially and otherwise) during such uncertain social, economic, and political times? #Spring25
So many of the systems I grew up with seem to be growing rapidly volatile and unreliable. I'm not sure how to adjust my future plans in response to the uncertainty #Spring25

Has there ever been a time where you've felt uncertain about your choice in career. A time where you question if where you are now is where you want to be? #Spring25
Right now, I'm on track to graduate high school late June and attend classes in PA to obtain my certificate for Diesel Technology. Picking my career in the automotive industry was a shot in the dark, as, at the time I was uncertain with what I wanted to do in life. I wanted to pick a career path that was stable and paid good, and the hobbies that I enjoy don't exactly translate well into the work force when it comes to financial stability. I already decided that college wasn't fit for me so I figured that the trades would be a nice compromise. I come here to ask for insight, as right now I feel uncertain on what my future will hold if I stay on the path that I'm on right now. uncertain if I'm focusing too much on the financial side of things and letting money take control. I want to live a life where I look back on the path that I made for myself and are content and proud with the choices I made.

I'm in a dilemma if it is worthwhile to pursue international studies during this pandemic
I'm an MSc student in a science degree, and was accepted in an international internship last March. I was hoping the observership will lead to further training abroad. But thinking of the uncertainty due to the pandemic, I'm thinking if it is still worthwhile to plan for an international study/grant in the near future? Or maybe it's just a waste of time due to the uncertain risks in the future. Thank you for your help. #scientist #tech #uncertainty #planning

How did you know that the career you chose was absolutely what you wanted to do for the rest of your life?
I am about to be a senior in high school and I know that, right now, I want to be a neurologist, but I am worried that once I start studying to become one, I will realize I do not like it, but by then it will be too late to change my mind. I just want to know how you discovered what career you wanted to go into, and how you knew it was the right one for you? #choosingtherightfield #careeradvice #medicalfield #uncertainty #decions