You’re now a senior at High school and the Great Big World is calling your name!
Well you’ll be happy to know- you’re not alone! You’re one of the millions of seniors across the world that faces this big decision as high school comes to a close!
Deciding on what to study and which career field to choose can seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. The secret to success? Make Informed decisions.
Yes , it may have been your childhood dream to be a ‘Doctor’; or your parents’ dream for you to be an ‘Engineer’; or perhaps your successful sibling was your inspiration to follow suit as a ‘Writer’, but is this choice one that YOU are likely to be successful in? Does it align to your strengths? Is it something you will be passionate about?
The key to choosing a career that you’re likely to be most passionate about is in knowing yourself and your capabilities. Take time to look through the lens of your past accomplishments and experiences to understand what your strengths and interests are; and then look through the lens of the possible future to decide what your vision for your life might be.
Here are a few things to consider when looking through the lens:
- Strengths– Reflect on your academic and social accomplishments. What are you really good at? Which subjects have you achieved best at? What activities have you been most successful in?
- Interests– What do you enjoy doing the most? What activities, hobbies or tasks give you the greatest satisfaction?
- Vision– Where would you like to see yourself in the future? What kinds of roles would you like to see yourself in for the future e.g. taking care of others, developing a product, running a business, working for a large corporate etc.
- Market– What types of job roles/fields are available on the market, or in demand in your region? Which of these best suits who you are? What are your educational options in these fields? What possibilities of ’employability’ are there in the role?
Brainstorm these ideas to help you decide on the Qualification or Career choice that best matches your profile. Take time to talk to teachers, family members and people already working in the field to help you put the information together, and support you through the decision making process.
If you’re still feeling overwhelmed and in need of some expert advice, contacting a career expert or taking a career assessment is a great way to be sure that you’re making the most informed decision!
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