People who plan their careers tend to have long-term success. Learn how to create a vision for your future.
A career plan is a plan (or goals) for your career. A career plan needs short-term goals and long-term goals.
Think about where you are and the things you know right now. Are you ready to apply for a job in your career path? Do you need more education and training first? Make a career plan to help get the skills you need to apply for better jobs.
There are four steps to make a career plan:
In each of those steps you will have short-term goals and long-term goals. You decide which activities to put in your career plan.
Everyone is different, and everyone will have a different career plan. What will your career plan look like? Here are some questions to get started:
Think about these questions. Then, put the information in the order that will help you to meet your needs. You are creating your career plan!
Directions: Click on the link below to find a blank worksheet "My Career Plan." Print it out or save it on your computer. As you find career information on the MyMnCareers website, write down information important to you on this worksheet. Have your teacher or job coach help you create your career plan.