Researching different occupations

Researching different occupations

Now that you have an idea of your talents, skills, and interests, it’s time to look at careers that you could be suited to. What you need to do is find out about the different careers, jobs and occupations that require your set of talents and skills, and also satisfy your interests. To narrow your search down, you may like to create a list of the careers that you like you are suitable for. Your research could include speaking to HR managers of companies, careers advice centres, and career assessment tests.

Remember when considering your options, your choice will determine your income, status in society, the location you work, satisfaction of your needs, and even your circle of friends.

Finalizing your career choice

Once you have your shortlist of career options that interest you, it can be hard to make the final choice. One of the best ways to guide yourself to a decision is to get a taste for what you might be in for. Meeting someone who's in a role you would like to move into is a something not many people try doing.

Meeting someone in the shoes you one day hope to fill also provides you with an opportunity to ask specific questions about the role you won't be able to find anywhere else. It's wise to write down some questions in advance. If the role is within your current organization, you may be able to spend some work experience with them. If you're unable to gain direct work experience, most people would be flattered that you have an interest in their career and would be happy to spend 15-30 minutes on the phone answering your questions. With your questions, make sure you ask about specifics for what is involved with the job and the various skills and experience they think are required to fulfill the role.

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