Career Choices Series Pt 1 - Finding Your True Career Path

Finding Sanctuary

Key Takeaways:

• Importance of Early Career Guidance: Engaging with professional career advisers early in a child's educational journey can help identify their strengths and aspirations, preventing future career dissatisfaction.
• Cultural and Familial Pressures: Within tight-knit communities like the Maronite, family expectations can heavily influence career choices, sometimes leading to misaligned career paths for the young individuals.
• Financial Considerations: Transitioning to a new career often involves financial sacrifices, which can be a significant barrier for those looking to change their career paths in their mid-twenties or later.
• Finding Purpose in Work: Encouraging young people to find meaning and purpose in their work can greatly enhance job satisfaction and long-term career happiness.
• Accessibility of Professional Help: There are numerous services and professional resources available to assist young people and their families in making informed career decisions.

Notable Quotes:

1. "It's about trying to minimize those sort of things where we're finding those gaps that I guess the careers adviser provided all the information, but we're just trying to narrow those gaps and bridge those gaps for the individual." - Joe Zeidan
2. "Consulting with that outside person just gives it that little bit of distance to calm your worry or your fear or sometimes your panic." - Monsignor Shora
3. "Everyone loves their kids, and if you really want the best, then take them to where they can actually be the best that they can be." - Eddie Reaiche
4. "As a parent, give yourself permission to not know everything and to get some guidance and support by professionals who do this all the time." - Debbie Draybi

Resources:
School students. Under 18 years of age.
Parents book an appointment with their child's school career advisor.
•Have a conversation with the school advisor about your child's career choice.
•Develop a strategic plan and set clear goals.
Young Adults. Over 18 years of age.
https://book.service.nsw.gov.au/services/careers-general/landing
https://careersuccessaustralia.com.au/career-coaching-counselling/
https://www.careermagnifier.com/

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