Part 1: Clarifying Goals
IN THIS LESSON
Career design requires more than self-knowledge. You also need an up-to-date, realistic understanding of roles, industries, education pathways, and entry routes. In this chapter, you will learn how systematic exploration reduces uncertainty, corrects faulty assumptions, and uncovers overlooked options. You will use a structured approach to broaden possibilities, research promising paths in depth, and evaluate options against personal fit and feasibility criteria.
Informational interviews
Informational interviews with people from at least two different professions give you first-hand insights. This exercise is particularly valuable as it helps you develop a better understanding of everyday working life in different professions and reflect on your own career preferences.
Conduct three informational interviews - covering at least two different career options.