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Career Planning
Compare
your options
The first step in deciding a career is to make a list of professions
that you're interested in. Think about activities you enjoy, or
certain classes in school that draw your interest. Do you like computers
and the internet? Maybe a career in Web Page Design or Computer
Technology would be right for you. When weighing your options, make
a list of every career that seems interesting to you. You can learn
more about individual careers by going to career web sites and finding
out what exactly the profession is about. Once you've made a list,
write out what you like and dislike about the job; this can help
narrow down your choices.
Taking
action
Once you've narrowed down your options, start doing things to prepare
for the career of your choice. Almost any office job these days
will work with computers, and employers are looking for people with
computer knowledge to fill positions. Take a computer training class,
and learn basic computer skills
(Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, etc). If you're interested
in culinary arts, read books on cooking, or attend workshops and
classes. The more training you have in a profession, the easier
it is to land a good job.
Internship
An internship is a great way to learn more about your career. Some
internships don't offer pay, but they are an excellent way to gain
experience as well as a new reference. You can talk to your school
counselor about getting help finding an internship, or you can call
around to companies on your own and offer them your service. Internships
not only look great on resumes, but college applications as well.
Education
Any career has required training that you need to learn in order
to land a job. Whether it be trade school, four year college, or
apprenticeship, education in your field is a must. Start researching
different schools that provide training in your career. Compare
the schools until you have found one you feel is the best fit for
you. From there you can start heading towards success in your career
choice!
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