Whether you are trying to determine which sector of the economy to pursue a job or what type of business to get into, determining the best fit takes a few basic steps. Discover the best type of career path through analyzing your personality, skills and lifestyle.
Start the search by exploring a variety of options. Often the best way to find the career or business for you is to get out and actually do the job. Volunteer your time at events or companies that center around your interests. Do informational interviews with people in jobs you dream of having. Get out there and really hit the pavement before determining which jobs are best for you.
Once you start to narrow it down, the next step is to see if you are a good fit. Do some serious skills evaluation to see if you currently have what it takes or if you will need to take classes to get there. In addition to skills, you will want to see if your personality (strengths and weaknesses) and your lifestyle is conducive to the job you dream of having. It is a lot harder to be successful if you are fighting a constant uphill battle.
Another factor to consider is the market conditions. If you would love to start a donut shop, but there are already ten of them in your small town, that may not be your best bet. This is also important to consider even if you plan to work for a company. If the job you desire is on the downtrend, it may not be the best one to start pursuing.
Another option is to seek some specific advice. If you want to start your own business, look into local opportunities for advice. Many areas have a small business association or classes at the local college. If you want some advice on getting into a certain job type go talk to the managers of those positions. Ask what you need to do to get your resume in shape.
Once you have done your homework, you will be better prepared to get out there and make your dream come true.
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