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⏳ The Biggest Mistake in Choosing a Career Path
This weeks scientifically proven hack...
- This Weeks Hack -
Choosing The Right Career
Choosing a career often fails due to a lack of information and understanding of personal interests and the job market's evolution. A recommended solution is continuous learning and self-awareness.
Here's a straightforward, 10-minute guide to get you started:
Explore Your Interests for 2 Minutes.
Simply write what you enjoy.
Research Different Careers for 2 Minutes.
Use Google Gemini AI with this template:
I am interested in ***, ***, ***, ***. What are the most suitable carreer options for me?
Choose One From the Results, Takes 1 Minute.
Don’t worry, follow your gut.
Search the People for 3 Minutes.
Search Linkedin for people who work in that industry.
Write to Them, 1 Minute.
Write a message to them: “How is it working in your job?” or “Are you open to mentoring me / hiring me as an intern?” - don’t be shy!
The Science Behind The Hack
A compelling case illustrating the effectiveness of this strategy is a study on ResearchGate, which found that individuals who engaged in career preparedness activities, such as skill development and obtaining career guidance, were more likely to report higher levels of job satisfaction and career success.
Further details and the full study can be accessed here.
Weekly Inspiration
"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."
See you next Friday.
Cheers.