People in dead-end jobs may be frustrated because they are not moving up the ladder and obtaining a higher position, and better pay. Below are 5 helpful tips you can use in avoiding the dead-end gig, and gaining better work opportunities.
1. Identify What You Like To Do
Work can be more satisfying when the things we get paid to do. If you are interested in electronics, computers and the Internetm a career involving electronics or information technology may suit you. If you are artistic or interested in computer designm careers involved in drafting and design may be a better option. If you're working a job just to pay the bills, chances are you will end up resenting it.
2. Choose a Career Path That has a Future
Changes in the economy and technology affect employment opportunities. With some foresight and planning, however, you can find a career position that can outlast any economic climate. Do some research. Check statistics, be aware of current events within a field that interests you. Keeping your skills updated, and a higher education always helps in this right as well.
3.Know Your Strengths
One way to find fulfillment through work is to have a job that allows you to do the things you are good at doing, and to be rewarded for doing them. When you work a job you enjoy, its seems much less like work. What are you good at? What are you recognized for most? Be sure to ask yourself these types of questions.
Always maintain a positive attitude no matter what. I am somewhat a firm believer in Karma, you get what you give out. Sometimes we can get in our own way while trying to achieve success. If your attitude is always negative, you will not only miss out on great networking opportunities, but it prevents yourself from making a change for the better.
5. Continue Your Education
It is unlikely that coming out of school that you will go in one area and stay there. Be diverse, and open your horizons as opportunities presents themselves. My background was Fashion Design before becoming an admissions representative at ITT Technical Institute, but I love helping people. In addition to that I have transferable skills that I can use when helping people help themselves. A high school diploma just won't cut it any more these days. Higher education is an absolute MUST to successfuly compete for a career position.
Be Sure to leave me a comment, and contact me if you ever need any advice for going back to school.
Charmaine C. Alexander
ITT Technical Institute
Educational Representative
2065 ITT Tech Way , N.W.
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 426-2300 ext. 2302
