2. What you have never been told about careers!

What is a Career?

A career is a job or profession that gives one an opportunity to progress in some ways that are important to a person.

In summary a career:

• Is very important to you.

• Constitutes your purpose.

• Is a process of your self-discovery, self expression and self assertion.

• Defines your lifestyle.

Your career should answer the following questions about yourself:

• Who am I?

• What am I capable of doing?

• What do I want to become?

A career involves transforming your dreams and wishes into achievements and believing in yourself and your unique talents and characteristics. It also means turning your aspirations into achievements and believing that you can become anything you aspire to be.

Why do you need a career?

You need a career to:

• Earn a living

• Fulfill a demand for skilled labour

• Enhance your skills

• Propagate your knowledge and skills

• Create wealth

• Keep fit and healthy

• Make personal contribution to society

• Fulfill your purpose in life

Mentor - A mentor is an experienced person who advises and helps somebody with less experience over a period of time.