Everyone loves a checklist. It is a neat and tidy way to stay organized, and when you are career hunting… staying organized is critical. Whether you are young and getting started or just going through a phase of self-discovery, use this list of concepts to get your juices flowing. Take out a pen and paper, and then be sure to answer each one of these checklist questions and exercises.
• Describe your ideal job. Include as many details as possible and let your imagination flow.
• Make a list of your priorities, this could include both professional and personal. Then rank them.
• In addition to your priorities, make a list of the things you are unwilling to sacrifice or change in your current life. For example, would you be willing to move for a new job?
• Think back to all jobs you have had in the past. Identify the main things you loved most about these jobs. Then, list out the things you hated most.
• Write out your philosophy on life. This can be a time consuming exercise, but worthwhile. Start with some bubbles of your core values and stem out from there.
• Make a list of the top five main things you must have in a job.
• Create a mission. Determine exactly how you plan to get the dream job you desire.
• Do you have any higher causes that you want to coordinate with your job? This could be spiritual or societal.
• What do you think holds you back from attaining your desired career? Come up with one internal and one external force. Try to work on the internal one first.
• Take a class or volunteer in the topic area you wish to work in.
• Talk with others who you admire. Try to gain valuable support and knowledge from them in regards to your career.
Evaluate your current job against some of the above exercises. How does it compare?
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