5 Career Paths To Future Success: Which One Is Right For You?

Two focuses of my blog are Career Discussion and General Education. One of the most important decisions you’ll make in your life is choosing the appropriate career (or the wrong one). It’s also important to understand all of the options in front of you. The following contributed post is entitled, 5 Career Paths To Future Success: Which One Is Right For You?

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The job market is changing. With technology continuing to evolve, today’s career paths may not be the same as those of tomorrow. If you’re looking for a career that will offer future success, you need to consider various options. Here are five career paths that you will want to think about:

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1. Business Owner/Entrepreneur

There are many reasons why owning your own business or becoming an entrepreneur is a great career path to consider for future success. For one, as a business owner or entrepreneur, you will have the opportunity to completely control your own destiny. You can set your own hours, make your own decisions, and ultimately reap the rewards (or suffer the consequences) of your actions. Of course, there is also a great deal of risk involved in this career path. Not everyone is cut out to be a business owner or entrepreneur.

2. IT Specialist

IT specialists are in high demand as our world increasingly moves online. Companies need IT specialists, to keep their networks running smoothly and to protect them from security threats. If you’re interested in a career in IT, there are many different paths you can take. For example, you could become a network administrator, a web developer, or an information security analyst. The possibilities are endless in the IT space!

3. Online Teachers

Online teachers typically work from home and create their own schedules. They also have the ability to work with students from all over the world. To become an online teacher, individuals need a teaching degree. Teaching is a rewarding career path that offers many benefits. They also have the flexibility to take on as many or as few students as they want. The demand for online education is expected to grow in the coming years with the growth in the population and with more parents taking their children out of traditional schools.

4. Building Contractor

There are many reasons to become a building contractor. As our population grows, the demand for new homes and commercial buildings will continue to increase. To be qualified to become a building contractor, you need to get your contractor’s license which is a legal requirement. In this industry, you will not be without work if you are good at what you do. And, you could work for yourself; being your own boss also has its perks! In this career, you have the option to be very successful financially. If you love being outdoors and working with your hands, this could be your perfect career.

5. Tradesman

There are many benefits that come with being a tradesman. For one, it is a stable and secure profession that will always be in demand. Secondly, it is a very hands-on job which can be very satisfying. And lastly, it is a great way to earn a good living. If you are someone who enjoys a challenge, then being a tradesman is definitely the right career path for you. Some of the most common tradesmen are electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and mechanics. These are all very important professions that play a vital role in our society.

Final Thoughts

When it comes to choosing a career path, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. The most important thing is to find something you’re passionate about, which will allow you to grow and learn. Whatever path you choose, remember that hard work and dedication are always essential for success.

Author: anwaryusef

Anwar Y. Dunbar is a Regulatory Scientist. Being a naturally curious person, he is also a student of all things. He earned his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Michigan and his Bachelor’s Degree in General Biology from Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU). Prior to starting the Big Words Blog Site, Anwar published and contributed to numerous research articles in competitive scientific journals reporting on his research from graduate school and postdoctoral years. After falling in love with writing, he contributed to the now defunct Examiner.com, and the Edvocate where he regularly wrote about: Education-related stories/topics, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Financial Literacy; as well as conducted interviews with notable individuals such as actor and author Hill Harper. Having many influences, one of his most notable heroes is author, intellectual and speaker, Malcolm Gladwell, author of books including Outliers and David and Goliath. Anwar has his hands in many, many activities. In addition to writing, Anwar actively mentors youth, works to spread awareness of STEM careers, serves on the Board of Directors of the Friends of the David M. Brown Arlington Planetarium, serves as Treasurer for the JCSU Washington, DC Alumni Chapter, and is active in the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Ministry at the Alfred Street Baptist Church. He also tutors in the subjects of biology, chemistry and physics. Along with his multi-talented older brother Amahl Dunbar (designer of the Big Words logos, inventor and a plethora of other things), Anwar is a “Fanboy” and really enjoys Science-Fiction and Superhero movies including but not restricted to Captain America Civil War, Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Prometheus. He is a proud native of Buffalo, NY.

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