Start A New Career With These Tips

What do you do best and what things do you enjoy doing the most? This relates more to your interests and talents, not just about work. Include in your list things that don't earn money too and the things you enjoy doing. 

What do others say about you? For example, if your friends say you are good at one specific thing, then add it to your list. While you're at it, list the skills that your favorite hobbies entail. For instance, if you like identifying birds, then list attention to detail and observation skills.

List your experience and training. Remember, volunteering does count and so does unusual classes. If you know a little something about a lot of stuff, then list them all. 

Now you need to consider jobs. What talents will suit which jobs the best? After you figure this out, it's time to search the internet and type in terms such as skills assessment and job skills to name a few. 

You'll want to make a list of possible careers and then create a shortlist of 3-4 of them. Keep changing up the list of careers until you've narrowed it down to jobs you will actually consider doing. Then you'll want to narrow down the list to just one job. 

Now you will want to learn as much as you possibly can about your new job, which you can do by searching the internet and going to your local library. The library is excellent to use when you need to find specific info. 

Check the local government and see if they have job opportunities open. They may have an employment office or training programs available. Either way, the local government can serve as a good resource. 

You don't want to ask for a job, but you do want to speak with people in your new chosen job. This is how you'll learn more about your prospective job. Ask them what skills are required and what is it like to actually work within the field. If possible, contact the union's local office to learn more.

If you find yourself changing your mind, then don't stress out. Go back a few steps. The key is to settle on the career you really want to pursue, so it's perfectly fine to take a step or two back. 

Keep Your Job

If you already work, then keep your job. The reason is that you're more likely to be taken on at a new job if you're currently employed. Also, consider taking a low-entry level job in your new career. 

Do You Require Additional Training

If you do, then look into attending a local college or vocational school. Find out if there are classes that will help you learn skills that can be used in your new career. If you're still working, then enroll in a weekend program or night school. 

If there are no classes near you, then look for jobs that offer on-the-job training. Make sure you treat this like a job interview. Dress properly and bring your resumes to employers and then ask them about on-the-job training. Click here for more tips.

Consider joining a union. There are all types of unions. Finding one that represents your prospective industry should be easy. When you finally acquire the skills needed, the next step is to update your resume and start looking for jobs.