BUILDING A C AREER
BUILDING a CAREER
SOME PEOPLE KNOW FROM AN EARLY AGE exactly what they want to do when they grow up. For others, it takes time to figure out what kind of career matches their interests and skills. Either approach can lead to a great job or career. Whether you know what you want to do or not, it is important to know how to go about building a career. Here are some important steps to consider:
WHAT JOBS ARE HOW CAN YOU DEVELOP SKILLS AVAILABLE? WHAT ARE YOUR AND GAIN INTERESTS Many students may have big dreams EXPERIENCE? like becoming a professional athlete OR PASSIONS? or musician, publishing a great Work is more fun when it is something you like doing, so it is good to pursue jobs in areas that match your interests. That doesn’t necessarily mean if you like sports or music you have to pursue jobs in those industries, although you can certainly try those areas. Try thinking about where your interests might work well. If you like working with your hands, manufacturing or construction might be a good fit. If you’ve always liked science, maybe there is a career in health care for you. 32
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novel or becoming a social media influencer. There’s nothing wrong with having or pursuing these dreams, but it is also important to think about the number of opportunities in those fields in comparison to other industries. Be realistic about the work it will take to achieve those dreams and consider if something else may be just as fulfilling. You should also think about the job prospects for your chosen industry in the area you want to live and whether you’re willing to move to pursue your career.
Depending on the industry you want to go into, there’s a good chance you will need some kind of education beyond high school. In some cases, this means going to a four-year college or university, and jobs like being a lawyer or doctor require even more schooling. That said, there are many careers where you can get started with a two-year degree, a technical diploma or a certificate. There are also opportunities for apprenticeships and internships where students get on-the-job training in their chosen field. A SUPPLEMENT OF BIZTIMES MILWAUKEE
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