{"id":220,"date":"2020-11-25T09:33:55","date_gmt":"2020-11-25T17:33:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/?page_id=220"},"modified":"2023-09-07T15:44:03","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T22:44:03","slug":"career-planning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Career Planning"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-220\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-220-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-220-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-220-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget_sow-editor panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Your_Work_Life\" >Your Work Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Think_About_This\" >Think About This<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Steps_to_Choosing\" >Steps to Choosing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Step_1\" >Step 1<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Step_2\" >Step 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Step_3\" >Step 3<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Step_4\" >Step 4<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Step_5\" >Step 5<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Keep_It_In_Check\" >Keep It In Check<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/career-planning\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"slide02\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Work_Life\"><\/span>Your Work Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Over the course of your life, you're probably going to spend a lot of time at work. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average workday is about 8.7 hours long. And that means if you work 5 days a week 50 weeks a year for 35 years, you'll spend a total of 76,125 hours of your life at work. If you weren't already convinced, that number should persuade you that it's pretty important to enjoy your career.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"slide03\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Think_About_This\"><\/span>Think About This<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you pursue a career, you'll constantly make decisions about it. Is this the right job for me? Am I feeling fulfilled and challenged? Does this job enable me to have the lifestyle I want? We want to set you up for success by asking you to consider these kinds of questions now, whether you're just graduating from high school or college, or returning to school after working for a while.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"slide04\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_Choosing\"><\/span>Steps to Choosing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choosing a career is a unique process for everyone and for many people the task is daunting! There are so many different occupations to choose from - how do you even navigate this complex \"world-of-work?\"<\/p>\n<p>There are many different systems for organizing career paths. Luckily, we've come up with a five-step decision process that will make your path a little easier to find.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1\"><\/span>Step 1<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Get to know yourself and the things you're truly passionate about.<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Gather information about your career-related interests and values<\/li>\n<li>Think about what skills and abilities come naturally to you and which ones you want to develop<\/li>\n<li>Consider your personality type and how you want it to play out in your role at work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2\"><\/span>Step 2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Get to know your field.<\/h4>\n<p>You'll want to investigate the career paths available to you. One of the most convenient filters is to decide the level of education you want to attain before starting your first or your next job. Do you want to earn an Associate's degree, a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree, or a Doctorate or Professional degree?<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3\"><\/span>Step 3<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Prioritize your \"dealmakers\" and rule out your \"dealbreakers.\"<\/h4>\n<p>Educational requirements aren't the only area that you will want to consider. Do you want to work outside or in an office? In the country or a city? In a big or small organization? For public service or a private company? What type of industry is interesting to you? What role do you see yourself playing in the organization?<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4\"><\/span>Step 4<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Make a preliminary career decision and create a plan of action.<\/h4>\n<p>Now that you have an idea of who you are and where you might find a satisfying career, how do you start taking action toward achieving those goals? Some people talk to family, friends, or instructors in their chosen disciplines. Others have mentors in their lives with whom to process this decision. Luckily for you, California Community Colleges have career counselors and academic advisors who can help you with both career decision-making and the educational planning process. But be advised: you'll get the most from sessions with your counselor if you have done some work on your own. Get started by using the Career Caf\u00e9 http:\/\/www.cacareercafe.com\/ or the Career Zone http:\/\/www.cacareerzone.org\/. Barbara Sher once wrote, \"Find a career that you love and you will never work another day in your life.\"<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5\"><\/span>Step 5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4>Go out and achieve your career goal!<\/h4>\n<p>Now it's time to take concrete steps toward achieving your educational and career goals. This may be as simple as creating a preliminary educational plan for next semester or a comprehensive educational plan that maps out your Associate's degree. You may also want to look for internships, part-time work, or volunteer opportunities that help you test and confirm your preliminary career choice. Your community college counselor can help you with this step as well.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"slide10\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keep_It_In_Check\"><\/span>Keep It In Check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your work experiences and life circumstances will undoubtedly change throughout the course of your professional life, so you may need to go back and reassess where you are on this path in the future. But no matter if you feel like you were born knowing what you want to do professionally, or you feel totally unsure about what the future may hold for you, remember that with careful consideration, resolve, and strategic thought, you can find a career that feels rewarding.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"slide12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Good luck and don't get discouraged! This isn't an easy process, but you'll find your goals so much more tangible once you've set a preliminary career goal. And don't forget- we're here to help you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-220-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget_sow-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<hr \/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-194 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/areyouready\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2020\/11\/ccby-4.0.png\" alt=\"Creative Commons License Logo\" width=\"171\" height=\"59\" \/><br \/>\n<em><strong>Creative Commons License Info:<\/strong><\/em><br \/>\n<em>\u00a9 2016 Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges<\/em><br \/>\n<em>This work is licensed under a <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"license noopener noreferrer\">Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License<\/a>. 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