"Not to decide is to decide."
- Dr. Robert Anthony

Many people are overwhelmed by the importance of making a decision about career choice.

�What if I make the wrong decision?�

�What if I prepare for a career then discover that I can't get a job in that field?�

While these are important concerns, relax while we share a few thoughts with you�.

1. Yes, technology and job market changes will affect your decision and are somewhat difficult to predict. Don't try to decide on one career choice to last the rest of your life. (Experts say 3-5 career changes in a lifetime are more the norm). Make a choice that will work best for you for a next step on the ladder to your success!
2. Follow your interests and strengths in making your choice of educational preparation for that next career. Studies show that employees who are interested in and enjoy their work are more quickly hired and last to be laid off in economic downturns. If and when you decide to make the next career change down the road, you will likely be able to transfer knowledges and skills from your first career with you to the new career step.
3. Successful job-hunters develop the ability to locate and obtain employment even in a tough job market. Be sure you learn good Job-Hunting skills!
   
   

One of the most important ways to reduce the risk associated with career decision-making is to gather all the necessary information on your values, interests, personality, abilities, and strengths. Another important component is to examine the occupational outlook of each career you are seriously considering.

Need assistance with decision making?

TOOLS for Decision Making:

• PSY140 Career and Life Planning, is a course, which helps you assess your interests, values, personality and strengths and investigate the jobs, which match them.
• What Color is Your Parachute by Richard N. Bolles is a popular self-help book, which will guide you to the steps in performing a similar process.
• Successful Job Hunting Page
• For further assistance with decision making, contact the Student Development Center