Outwood Academy Adwick Career of the Week Outwood Academy Adwick Week 7 – Choosing a Career is Simple Don’t forget: The Careers Lead in school is Mr Copsey. Careers Inc. are available to see students in school on Tuesdays.

Choosing a Career is Simple Is choosing a career simple? Follow the ‘Truth or Myth’ slides to find out.

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? A Careers adviser will tell me what to do....Myth An adviser cannot tell you what to do They can discuss your ideas and guide you to help you make an informed decision based on what might be right for you

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? I can’t make a living out of a hobby...Myth Combining skill and interest can be a great career choice You could start your own business Make sure you research all aspects of turning your hobby into a career You may need to do some training to make a hobby into a career

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? Earning lots of money will make me happy...Myth Most people work 71% of their year Over a lifetime we might spend 31½ years of our life working Salary is important but we also need to get job satisfaction too

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? Once I choose a career – I am stuck with it forever... Myth Many people change career a number of times – developing different skills as they progress You may have to retrain Getting a range of qualifications gives you more choices

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? If my best friend is happy with a particular career/job then I will be too...Myth What works for one person may not necessarily work for another, even if you have a lot in common If someone you know has a career that interests you, look into it, but be aware of the fact that it may not necessarily be a good fit for you

Choosing a Career is Simple Career Action Planning Process Truth or Myth? All I have to do is pick a career... things will fall into place after that…Myth Choosing a career is a great start but you need a career action plan with all the steps you need to take to make sure you achieve your goals.

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? There's very little I can do to learn about a career without actually working in it…Myth Real experience is great but not always possible Do your own research – have a look at jobs and careers on the website https://www.prospects.ac.uk

Choosing a Career is Simple Truth or Myth? It never too early to start planning for the future you want...True You need to invest time in choosing a career to make sure it is right for you.... Work and try hard for your qualifications to give you more choices..... Put enough thought into it, and you will increase your chances of making a good decision.