At the ripe age of 18, many of us were pressured into choosing a lifelong career path. This pressure at such a young age with such a drastically changing workforce has led to many people looking to switch jobs later in life. The issue, however, is still there. Many people still do not know how exactly to choose a career path that is right for them. As a job center in Reno, Express is no stranger to seeing people on a journey to finding a new career, so below we have provided a few tips on how to determine the right career for you.
1. Determine your strengths.
Trying to excel in a career path that is not right for you can be like trying to put a square peg in a round hole. Sure, you can work hard and learn the skills but if those skills do not naturally highlight your strengths, you may always feel out of place. Take some time to nail down your strengths and decide what skills come to you naturally. If you need help with this, try reaching out to your friends, family members, or even coworkers to help you determine your natural strengths.
2. Look at your past positions to help guide you.
Looking at jobs you have held in the past will help you narrow down characteristics you enjoy in a job and characteristics you do not enjoy. Sometimes you can even uncover negative patterns to avoid when looking for positions in the future. Analyzing your past is a huge component in discovering the type of positions that bring out the best in you.
3. Talk and learn.
Once you have used your strengths and past experiences to narrow your career path down to a few choices take some time to talk to people in each industry and learn more about the different industries. Do not be afraid to set up informational interviews with people currently working in the industries you are interested in. They will be able to provide the valuable insight you would not be able to receive anywhere else. Additionally, try auditing some college courses, watching YouTube tutorials, or reading books about the industries you are interested in.
Overall, finding job opportunities that are the right fit for you should never mean compromising your happiness, what you stand for, and your desired work-life balance. Possibly one of the most important aspects of life is having a career you love. No matter what your age, you should begin to seek out your dream career now.
Locally owned and operated, Express Employment Professionals in Reno, NV is a Full-Service Employment Agency that continually exceed expectations by providing services to companies in our community while also helping job seekers find employment.
Express Employment Professionals of Reno, NV
3973 S McCarran Blvd
Reno, NV 89502
(775) 826-4442
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