Futre Career Advice

[roinujo1]

Hello. I am going into my junior year of high school and have come to a crossroad in my life. I still have no clue on what I want to do for my future career. I started thinking on what I should I do. Then, I came to a conclusion on what might help me decide. I decided that I should come online and describe what type of job I want and get suggestions from users online. Then I will go online and do extensive research on what the profession does and see if I will be happy in that profession. So now I will go on to explain what I want in a job:

1. When I think of a job, I want one that does something different every day. I do not want to come to work doing the same thing I did the day before that and the day before that. For example, a friend of mine told me a profession like pharmacy makes 6-figures a year, but they majority of the time they do the same thing every day. I want some variety.

2. When I think about a job I obviously think about the money it is going to make. Now, I want a job that can make at least 100k. But, I don’t want that kind of money from the start. I want to start at like between $50,000-$80,000 as a starting salary. I want to get to that type of place, through advancements and promotions. I want to make it goal oriented. Something I have to work for.

3. When I think of my future job, I don’t want it to take too long to actually start working. When I finish high school, I obviously have to go to college. I don’t want to still be in school when I am at 26. I don’t want a job that takes a lot of time, like a surgeon for example. Plus, can you imagine the debt I would accumulate.

P.S. If you want a career field to start in, my choice fields are the medical or engineering field. But it can be any profession that meets my needs. Thank You!

[roinujo1]

Any tips? Please someone

[Shea]

Be patient

[roinujo1]

Be patient

Does it usually take a long time for a response on these forums?

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Why don't you think of starting a business from home? It will give you freedom and also a source of income. You will be your own boss and can do what you think.

[Mackengift]

Firstly, you have to know what your talents are, what field they are needed, what are you strength subject in school,etc. From you stated, you seems to have an adventorous mind toward life, one believe variety is the spice of life but you have to be patient for the future to come and work on the present, although, planning on time is a good start. Frankly speaking, all jobs are routine based but it is the work-life balance you should consider most, along with your talent and skills. Try talking with people who you know are into the job you desire to get first hand information based on personal experience. I hope this helps

[Brent Jones]

Hello. I am going into my junior year of high school and have come to a crossroad in my life. I still have no clue on what I want to do for my future career. I started thinking on what I should I do. Then, I came to a conclusion on what might help me decide. I decided that I should come online and describe what type of job I want and get suggestions from users online. Then I will go online and do extensive research on what the profession does and see if I will be happy in that profession. So now I will go on to explain what I want in a job:

1. When I think of a job, I want one that does something different every day. I do not want to come to work doing the same thing I did the day before that and the day before that. For example, a friend of mine told me a profession like pharmacy makes 6-figures a year, but they majority of the time they do the same thing every day. I want some variety.

2. When I think about a job I obviously think about the money it is going to make. Now, I want a job that can make at least 100k. But, I don’t want that kind of money from the start. I want to start at like between $50,000-$80,000 as a starting salary. I want to get to that type of place, through advancements and promotions. I want to make it goal oriented. Something I have to work for.

3. When I think of my future job, I don’t want it to take too long to actually start working. When I finish high school, I obviously have to go to college. I don’t want to still be in school when I am at 26. I don’t want a job that takes a lot of time, like a surgeon for example. Plus, can you imagine the debt I would accumulate.

P.S. If you want a career field to start in, my choice fields are the medical or engineering field. But it can be any profession that meets my needs. Thank You!

Hi there,

I know this is a bit of an older post... and I hate to be so crass, but where do you think you're going to get an entry-level position after you're done school and get paid $50-80k/year to start?

I would strongly suggesting realigning your goals with reality. Even if you get a great degree, you are still without experience. A good friend of mine just became a doctor. She literally has "Dr" in front of her name now. She is now doing her residency working 80+ hours per week and getting paid almost nothing for it. And that's going to last five years.

If you'd like to look at some different options for what to take in college, you're welcome to check out this article I wrote on my blog:
http://www.jobgettingtips.com/?p=118