CHOOSING THE RIGHT CAREER PATH... VOLUNTEERING CAN HELP!

Kenya - Educational Travel -

Aug 5, 2011

In this fast paced world, we all need an opportunity to gear ourselves ahead of where we right now. As much as training and studying are keys to our self-improvement, we need to consider choosing the right career.

Steps to take while choosing the right career path?
1.    Identify what you love the most
2.    Make  a list of your strengths and weaknesses
3.    Identify your goals and personal preferences
4.    Consider educational requirements
5.    Enlist Help from an outside source or perspective
6.    Visualize your ideal career
7.    Research possible career paths
8.    Commit and move forward

Why volunteering will increase your chances of getting the right career?
Before volunteering, you need to consider carefully what skills or experiences you have, for this will aid in developing them during your time as a volunteer. Aside from good grades and a quality education, work-related experience gives you the cutting-edge and at the same time gives the recruiter the confidence that you are the right candidate.

Here are 6 ways:
1.    It can fuel your passion- By volunteering, you get the prime opportunity to actually ‘Do what you Love to do!’
2.    You practice new skills- through volunteering you get an opportunity to explore new roles and skills that you would like to develop.
3.    Volunteer your way into a job- You may not possess the experience to get that well paid job, however by signing up as a volunteer you get the opportunity to learn!
4.    Volunteer expands your network- By volunteering you meet people who have both personal and professional connections that can help you.
5.    You can use it as a team building experience- Finding a group volunteering opportunity can teach you how to be part of a team!

What makes a former volunteer or intern a better candidate to a recruiter?

•    A former volunteer or intern has had hands on experience; this is invaluable in the business worlds and will help you to use your initiative.
•    While volunteering and interning you get the chance to learn something new or to advance your knowledge scope. 
•    As a  former volunteer or intern you will have something new and exciting to bring to the company
•    One who has taken time to volunteer or intern shows dedication and compassion, valuable skills in a working environment.
•    Through volunteering, one builds friendships and a sense of belonging. To an employer, this means that you will promote the same at the work-place and therefore promote the spirit of team building.

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