3. is a deliberate process of knowing WHO you are so that
you can be sure of WHERE you want to go or WHAT
you want to be at some defined point in future
Career planing
5. Exploring Options:
What information or people can help me to explore
options?
What classes or activities can help me to develop my
strengths?
How can I learn about opportunities?
WHERE?
6. Making a decision :
How much time and energy am I willing to invest to make a
career decision?
Who is part of my support system to help me evaluate the
pros and cons?
What are my top priorities to consider for that decision?
WHAT?
7. We have been created unique (eg. Fingerprint)
We are born only once
We spend almost 40-50 years on our work
A total over 80,000 hours, we work
Why select a Career?
8. Never plan for the future
Follow the crowd
Choose by influence of others
Accept the parent’s verdict / decision
Get tempted by current trends
Jump in to any career
Lack motivation
Live in a fantasy world ;)
Today’s Generation…
9. Focus is lost
Effort to increase quantity
Less influence of the parents, teachers etc.
Checking quality in daily used products
(food, smartphones, clothing) but nor
education
Increasing competition
Current Trends…
10. 1 Step: Self-Assessment
2 Step: Explore Work/Career Options
3 Step: Narrow Down List of Work/Career Options
4 Step: Decide or Choose the Best Option
5 Step: Sett a Career Goal
Career Planning
13. Search online.
Many, if not most, companies and organizations advertise
open positions on employment websites and on company
websites. If you know which company you want to work
for, start by checking out their website. You will likely see
a tab labeled “Job Openings” or “Career Opportunities”
Job Opportunities
14.
15. Use social media sites.
Social networking sites are not just for fun and keeping in
touch with old friends. They can also help you find and apply
for jobs.
The following sites are great tools for job hunting:
Social Media
16. Start networking.
Networking is a chance to strengthen connections with people in your career
field. Put yourself out there and start communicating with people who could be
helpful in your job search.
Consider reaching out to:
• Former professors
• Past employers
• People at the company you want to work for
• Anyone you know who has a career similar to the one you want
Networking - is a key
17. Education Is Not Experience - education simply isn’t
effective anymore.
Find Your Own Experience - if you want to work as a PR specialist, show
that you can do so by building your own brand on Twitter.
Remember: Skills Pay the Bills - employers say they
want “experience” what they really mean is “skills.
Ignore the Requirements )
Without Experience?