Im a junior in highschool, and i know that this isn't an age where a lot of people have a clue, but i don't even have a clue of what field i want to go into, or even an inkling at a college major. im a good student i have a 3.85 gpa and i have a high intelligence, but i really have no interests that could translate into a career. Im a trekkie and i like cats. thats about it.
2007-11-12 10:51:17 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I completely understand where you are coming from. When I was your age, I felt the exact same way.
Like the last answerer suggested, apply for an undecided major. It's okay to be undecided for now. College is a place where you get to explore your options. Once you are in college, take classes that interest you (do so strategically of course, you want to satisfy certain requirements while you are at it) and see what you are good at or what interests you. Take myself for example, I found that I was especially good at number-related courses, so eventually I obtained a degree in economics.
I once came across an on Farrah Gray, a businessman and motivational speaker, and he said the following:
"Ask yourself three questions. First, what comes easy to me but harder to others? The second question is, what would you do for work for years and years and never have to get paid for it? And the third question is, how can you be of service and how can you give back? Because I always say, 'If you're here on Earth and you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much room.'"
Keep in mind these 3 questions as you explore. I am sure you will find which you field you want in go into in the near future.
I hope this helps!
2007-11-12 11:22:21 · answer #1 · answered by Michelle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take care. You do not have to decide your life's career right away.
You may want to think about what professions interest you. Write them down and maybe go to the library and ask the librarian to show you the Occupational Outlook Handbook. This is a great book for careers. There are descriptions of the careers along with educational requirements and salary expectations. This may give you an idea about what kind of education is needed for the professions you are investigating.
Also, if you are truly interested, you may want to shadow an adult in a profession for a while. This will give you an idea of how a job is done day in and day out.
Volunteering may an option as well. This will give you an idea on how the organization works.
You have a great point average and you seem to have some interests. You may want to investigate the science end of your Star Trek interests. Since you like cats, have you thought about veterinary science? You may be able to get some scholarships! ;)
There are lots of options now. Just start looking.
2007-11-12 19:05:22 · answer #2 · answered by Lizzie 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Well I do you want to persue higher education hun? If so talk to a counselor about college. When you get to college you can be undeclared for a major and just start taking some of the classes that interest you. They have so! much more than what high school offered and maybe thru that youll be inspired to pick a major and work toward that career goal.
I wish you the best
2007-11-12 18:55:23 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
High IQ is the problem. You should read and practice some Emotional Intelligent (EI). Try to borrow one or two books about EI from library and practice them in discovering yourself.
IQ is to please other but EQ is to life with your self. EQ+IQ=EI.
Since you are young you have quite a few opportunities with continuous education. That means go to college and then go for another as part time.Then, you can learn multiple discipline.
2007-11-12 19:04:03 · answer #4 · answered by giginotgigi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So what. You don't plan your life out in advance. You live it day by day.
Sure. You need to have goals, a little bit of long vision, but not too much. Especially in Jr. High.
Take your work seriously. Excel whenever possible. Earn people's trust and confidence. Maintain a large network of friend's & associates. Don't burn your bridges. And opportunities will come to you.
No plan necessary!
2007-11-12 19:01:33 · answer #5 · answered by Ego 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
im 25 and i still dont know either. look into various college majors, trades, and starting your own business. at your age you have time to thoroughly brainstorn (get a piece of paper and brainstorm) on your hobbies/interests/strengths/etc and starting your own business. look into online entrepenuer.
2007-11-12 19:02:00 · answer #6 · answered by GG 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋