Jul 31, 2018 - 06:56 AM
The most important tip for career planning is to make it an ongoing process. Career planning is not a one-time activity. One thing you'll need to consider is most people these days change careers several times throughout their lives. So, the first step is to decide what you most want to do. A good place to start is a career vision statement. Just write a brief statement of what you want to do in/with your life. Use these great examples of vision statements to help you create your own personal statement. Keep in mind that this statement may change over time. Create both short and long-term plans. In the short-term, 1-3 years, what do you want to accomplish. What are your immediate goals? In the long-term, 5-10 years, where do you see yourself? What skills can you develop and what education can you pursue to maintain your value in your chosen field? A SWOT analysis is a useful tool for this process. A final tip, one that is often overlooked, is to keep your resume/CV and cover letters current. When your career path veers even a little, make sure your resumes and cover letters reflect the new direction. LiveCareer is an excellent additional resource for career planning tips.
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