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| In today's rapidly changing world, the job market
is also changing: |
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New career paths are unfolding
Existing jobs are demanding higher levels of skills
There are declines in job openings in some occupations
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| These changes are a result of: |
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New technology
Mergers and restructuring of corporations
The trend towards international business operations
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| With all these changes you might ask, what is the point of planning? |
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For a satisfying and fulfilling career, it is important that you develop
goals and plans based on your interests, values, education, skills, personality
type, and lifestyle preferences.
Once you have
a plan, you can manage your career to take advantage of changes in the job
market, rather than become a victim of change. A good plan will allow you
to fine tune and make adjustments in your career as needed. |
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| Studies have shown that the FOCUS family of
systems can significantly improve the quality of your career planning in
the following ways: |
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More realistic career goals and action plans
Improved awareness of your talents, interests,
values and personality
More accurate assessment of your potential to
succeed in a variety of fields
Better understanding of how to self-manage your
career
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