How I found my career path

It's been a while since I've posted because University was getting extremely busy! I wanted to say that I've finished and I'm so proud of my achievements throughout! So the idea of this post is hopefully to inspire people who may currently be lost or confused in terms of their chosen career path. Maybe you want to change jobs, maybe you have just left school, college or sixth form, even university. It can be really difficult to make huge decisions and find what your true passions are. 

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So here are a few things I did:

1. I spoke to others and made the most of networking

I wouldn't say always follow the crowd, but sometimes it can be important to connect with those around you, especially those who share similar interests and passions to you. That way, you can see the industries that they gravitate towards. Perhaps you can find roles that are similar to theirs, the same, or connect the dots from a certain hobby you share. For example, if you are really bubbly and caring and your best friend is too and works in hospitality, perhaps you could look into roles within that industry? There are plenty of online sources you can go to to check out lots of different roles and then try work experience in each role that sounds interesting to you. Research and networking are key! Another example would be if you knew someone or spoke to someone who you knew shared an interest in music, perhaps look around for creative jobs. There are many angles you can look at when it comes to finding your perfect role. You could also take personality or job quizzes and tests online to see what comes up.

I remember a few years ago telling my parents in tears that there was no job role out there for me and how I was so lost. I promise that this feeling doesn't last forever. It could take a few months to years in the future to decide what it is you'd like to pursue as a career :)

2. I went to University and spoke to careers advisors whilst on my course

University can be amazing in that it gives you skills for life. You can really find like-minded and passionate people on your course and beyond. Finding the right course for you can sometimes be a challenge, but with the right guidance, you can get there! This comes in with the above when I mentioned networking to see what roles would interest you potentially. This is the same for University courses. Research a University in any area and look through the courses that they offer. Also, see if they have a strong support system when it comes to finding a job afterwards. Take part in as much as possible at Uni would be my advice!

3. I worked on my weaknesses and looked into my strengths more

Remember to write down all of your strengths and weaknesses. If you have anything to work on, what I did was took up some volunteering to help with things that I needed to change or work on. If you develop your skills, it could greatly open up more doors for you!