How to make career decisions
There are four simple steps you can follow to help you make confident decisions about your future career. You can explore these steps on Careerify, with heaps of useful articles, tools, and activities designed especially for students who are exploring what their future might look like, and how to get there.
Whether you’re exploring your options, figuring out what you’re good at, or planning your next move after school, this page gives you a quick summary of each step and links you straight to the sections where you can learn more. The more you practice using these steps, the easier it gets – and you’ll build the skills to make great career choices now and throughout your life.
STEP 1
Discover Interests and Skills
Find out what your interests, skills and values are
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry, this section will help you get on the right track. It’s about working out what your interests and skills are, and the things you’re passionate about. Knowing this stuff can provide clues on what to look for in a job, or help you choose a course you’re more likely to enjoy. Check out articles and activities to help you discover interests and skills.
STEP 2
Explore My Options
Keep an open mind and explore
The second step in making career decisions is about seriously exploring your options. It’s a chance to think outside the square, and to give new things a red hot crack to help understand your options. BTW, there’s no right or wrong, only opportunities to learn. If this is where you’re at, find info that’ll help you explore your options.
STEP 3
Making Decisions
Shortlisting your favourite options
OK, you’re almost there. The third step in career decision-making is about shortlisting your favourite options. We recommend you try and bring it down to three or four. Then take a deep dive into each option and get more information to help you confidently make a decision. Get access to information, tools and techniques to help with making career decisions.
STEP 4
How To’s
Practical steps to put your decision into action
The final step is about setting goals and the practical steps to take to bring your decision to life. And once you’re at your destination of choice, be sure to reflect on whether you’re happy there. If not, that’s ok, go back to any of the other steps and work your way through them. If you’re happy, crack on and keep developing your skills and building your network. Check out the career tips in How To’s.
