I have been working as a clerical assistant for the last 7 years. I have always had clerical jobs, but now I would like a change.
The problem is that I am 40 years of age and I don't know what other career to go into. I am willing to retrain and take professional qualifications if necessary. I have however discounted many jobs such as being a doctor, nurse, solicitor, dentist, policeman, because the number of years involved studying, and of course my age would be a problem.
But considering the fact that I may have another 25 years of working life left, what is the best way of looking into another career.? Do you think my question is too broad? If so, how can I narrow my search?
2006-12-15 21:27:09 · 6 answers · asked by Sarabjit K 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Believe it or not, your local careers centre is the place for you to go. In England it's called 'Connexions' and in Wales it's called 'Careers Wales.' Phone them up and ask to make an appointment for an adult guidance interview. You will have an hour's interview (and another if it's necessary) and they will be able to help you.
They do this sort of thing all day long, every day. They know everything about career matching, funding, access courses if you have no qualifications and lots more. Give them a try - it costs nothing - you won't regret it!
2006-12-15 22:54:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always tell people, when you get a ZERO on your age, it's time to reflect. So take some time out and think about the last 10 years and be grateful and appreciative of what's happened and then look forward to the next 10 years...
That way, you will know what path to take and if you don't then my last advice would be to do what you love and then you wouldn't have to work another day!
2006-12-16 05:59:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start by writing down your ideas of jobs you might be interested in. Talk to other people you meet or know about their jobs as well. Also, jot down interests. Go to the library after keeping your log for a couple of weeks. The Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) can be used to get info on the jobs you have written down. Try volunteering in your areas of interest after you have done your research. This will help to insure it is something you like (or narrow options), while at the same time giving you experience for your resume, and possibly a job reference in the new career.
2006-12-16 05:50:02 · answer #3 · answered by jane 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-16 08:43:34 · answer #4 · answered by cheaper_bills 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think of the things you enjoy doing in your own time. i.e if you like helping people how about care work or if you like driving how about a driving instructor. It alll depends really if you need to earn a certain wage to keep your life style. There is lots of jobs i would like to do but i can not afford the drop in salary. dont suppose this helps much.
2006-12-16 05:36:45 · answer #5 · answered by Ding Dong 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-16 05:32:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋