Career Success Guide

Feeling Overwhelmed When Considering Careers? Consider purpose, abilities, and need. Feeling overwhelmed is common when considering careers. Numerous questions may arise, leaving you confused, questioning your choices, and instilling fear about the future. However, it’s important to alleviate the pressure of having all the answers or fnding the perfect summer internship or job. Navigating Career Choices with Confdence Acknowledging Key Facts: • Your career interests will naturally evolve over time, and you may fnd fulfllment in various career paths. • Life situations and personal/professional circumstances can lead you in new directions.

Understanding Factors That Shape Your Career Direction Purpose | Discovering What Matters to You When considering a career path, refect on your values and aim to fnd a job that aligns with your purpose. Understanding your passions and values can guide you toward a meaningful path that aligns with your sense of fulfllment and purpose in life. Abilities | Embracing Your Strengths Acknowledge your natural or developed abilities, as they ofen provide the confdence needed for success in a job. If there’s a particular interest you have but doubt your capabilities, consulting a Career Coach or mentor can help you explore untapped possibilities. Demand | Exploring Job Demand Exploring job boards early on can provide valuable insights about the opportunities available in your region, helping you align your desired path with market realities. Remember, even if the options seem limited, there are opportunities to get creative.

Abilities What I Am Good At

• Throughout your lifetime, your jobs will change, whether through promotions, lateral moves within an organization, or entirely new paths.

A Good Career Fit

- Therefore, it will be much more important to spend time under standing the different elements that can help move you through your career. The good news is that Career Services is here to help.

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Find Your Major. Find Your Purpose.

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