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2.1 CAREER RESEARCH |
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What to Know |
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The closer the match between a job and your work preferences, financial needs and transferable skills, the more likely you will be successful and happy in that job. Remember to search for that perfect position, but keep in mind, it is rare to find a perfect match.
The following is a list of ways you can conduct career exploration. |
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- Business magazines
- Business section of newspapers
- Chamber of commerce
- Colleges and universities
- Employment agencies/services (temporary or full-time)
- Employment counseling
- Informational interviews
- Internet
- Internships
- Job fairs
- Job shadow
- Job share
- Library research
- Occupational handbooks
- Small Business Administration (entrepreneurship)
- Talk to family, friends, teachers, professors and acquaintances about work and careers
- Trade shows
- Training or apprenticeship programs
- Transition office
- Volunteer
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As you begin to explore, refer to the following networking and telephone techniques. |
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