Career Exploration

What is a very important decision you will have to make in your life?

• Choosing a career

• Choosing a college to attend

• Choosing where to live

What four factors should one consider before selecting a career?

• interests, talents, skills, and values

• values, friends, talents, and skills

• skills, money, values, and talents

• talents, skills, family, money

What are your interests?

• Things that I enjoy doing.

• Things that will make lots of money.

What is an effective way of identifying your interests?

• Ask yourself, "Will this allow me to afford my cost of living?"

• Ask yourself, "What do I love and enjoy doing?"

• Ask yourself, "Would my family and friends be proud of me?"

Why is it important to have an interest in the work you do?

• I will likley be able to go on many vacations.

• I will likley be able to have fun and get paid well.

• I will be likely to perform well and suceed.