im 16 years old, i dont know wat i want to be when i grow up, can you help me?

Answer 1

don't go into "dumb" debt while you are young...that is with credit cards and car purchases. Feel free to finance your education with loans, but debt oftentimes will keep you from pursuing your dreams and you get stuck in a job just to pay off that "dumb" debt. Try and stay debt free, take jobs that interest you to pay living expenses and you will find your dream job. When you find your dream job you will become one of the wealthiest people in the world!

Answer 2

What do you like to do? Do you like video games? If so, look into computer programming or design work of some kind. Do you like music? Look into a job in the music field, not just performing, maybe sound engineering or music education. Do you find it really easy to make friends? Perhaps a sales or marketing position might be something you'd enjoy because of all the interaction. Do you enjoy and have an affinity for animals? Perhaps a field such as veterinary medicine, or a certified vet assistant or dog trainer might be something you'd enjoy and do well at.

What I'm saying is look for a field of study that coincides with your interests. Only you know what you enjoy but a conversation with a career counselor or favorite teacher at your school will help you pinpoint your strengths so that you can narrow the search.

Most of us really don't know what we want to do in life until we are in at least our 20's, some people not even then. Get as much education as you can to broaden your perspectives and be open to lots of ideas.

There's no great rush to decide now. After all, life is about the journey, not the destination.

Answer 3

When I was 16 my parents and School Counselors kept pressuring me into making that decision. I did not know at the time! I took aptitude tests that showed I would be great in a field working with the General Public. Well, I am a full grown woman and can tell you that test was far from reality. I do some work with the General Public and let me tell you it sucks! I guess what I am saying is go with your own instincts-BUT having said that, go on to College and take general studies-you will figure it out. I would love to go to school but cannot now. Good Luck.

Answer 4

WRite a list of those things you like and are good at, and those things you don't like or are bad at.

Think of something that will always be needed. Trades are always good. Computer skills change all the time, but we will always need plumbers, electricians, builders, hair-dressers, distribution workers and the like.

Never stop learning. After you leave school, take evening classes.

See if you can do voluntary work in companies in the area. Try a week or so in each to see what you like.

Try taking a year out on VSO or YWAM or something similar.

Answer 5

I am 29 and I still dont have a clue.
What do you like doing? Aim for a job/collage course if possible for somthing you like.
As an example if you are 16 and like cars why not ask a motor dealer if they need somone to clean their stock, alternativly if you like horses why not ask for work at the local stables.
Remember though they Can only say Yes or No, but you will not know the answer unless you ask the question, "Do you have any vacancys?"
Good luck and stay positive.

Answer 6

You could try making 3 lists,1 what I like/love to do,2 what I don't mind doing, and 3 what I hate doing.

Then you can check jobs/careers against the 3 lists and see which one has the most from 1 and a few from 2 and none from 3. Once you have decided that work out what qualifications and experience you need and go for it.

Good luck.

Regards,

Tin.

Answer 7

Do you know where your interests are? What are your special skills?

You can be successful in any given field and be the top person at it. However, you need to ask an important question: Will I be really happy and contented doing this? Is this my calling?

Most people spent this most valuable asset: time! working on their weakness, trying to improve on them. But, does it really work out?! Most often not!

People get paid: high value of rewards, for performing their special skills or things they are really good at.

Since you are young, you can spent time making sense and feeling your way to success by trying out different things, the more the better. With each realization of "that's not for me', you can work towards what was meant for you.

Pls read this book called, 'reallionaire' by Farrah Gray. Good Luck!!

Answer 8

It may be too soon to tell, but you can try by reviewing your life. From your earliest memories what sort of activities were the most enjoyable to you? Was it building stuff? Playing with animals? Helping friends with problems? See what you find and if you aren't sure what sort of career or profession your likes translate to talk to a guidance counselor about it. Good luck!

Answer 9

I'm inspired by an answer I saw earlier. I want to work in the quality control Department of the company that makes Light Sabres.

The best thing I can suggest is to stay in education until you do get an idea about what you want to do. Keep it as wide ranging as possible.

Answer 10

The best place to go for help is your local career office, they can help you to explore potential careers based on your interests. Before you go, you need to take time to think about what you like and ask yourself broad questions such as
Would you prefer to learn a trade (plumbing, mechanics, building) or work in an office, or maybe work in a caring profession?
Do you want to work alone or in a team?
Do you want to work with the general public?
Do you want to work indoors or outdoors?
Then think about what are your stengths at school, which subjects you prefer.
You also need to think about how long you would like to continue in education, whether you want to go to uni or not.

If you still don't know, my advice would be to study your favourite subjects at A-level and give yourself more time to think about it. Also, don't worry about making the wrong decision as you can always change career later. I'm 30 and still haven't found what i want to do (I'm currently thinking of a career change).

Good luck!

Answer 11

Look at the vast majority of adults- do they look like they know what they are doing? They wish they could be young again, to make better decisions (the truth is they would still probably make similar decisions). Work out what you like doing and do your best to try to get a job doing it. Be inspired by the very best.