QA问答:该如何选择职业?
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这就是史蒂夫·鲍尔默，洛杉矶快船队现任老板，微软前首席执行官。那就是充满激情(还有点疯狂)。你能感觉到他的能量。
这并不是说你必须对自己的职业表现出极大的热情，而是说你想不断地朝着能让你一直感到兴奋的方向努力。
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Reem Shaikh
you know, sometimes it sucks, it sucks to not know what is your calling, but I don’t blame you because most of the time a career choice has to be made at an age when we still don't have enough life experience or self-knowledge to make a right choice, and it can sometimes seem like an impossible task.
But with a few simple tips, the decision can become less difficult.
有时候很糟糕，不知道自己的职业是什么很糟糕，但我不怪你，因为大多数时候，在我们还没有足够的生活经验或自我认知来做出正确选择的时候，就不得不做出职业选择，有时这似乎是一项不可能完成的任务。
但有如下一些简单的建议，做决定就变得不那么困难了。
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you know, sometimes it sucks, it sucks to not know what is your calling, but I don’t blame you because most of the time a career choice has to be made at an age when we still don't have enough life experience or self-knowledge to make a right choice, and it can sometimes seem like an impossible task.
But with a few simple tips, the decision can become less difficult.
有时候很糟糕，不知道自己的职业是什么很糟糕，但我不怪你，因为大多数时候，在我们还没有足够的生活经验或自我认知来做出正确选择的时候，就不得不做出职业选择，有时这似乎是一项不可能完成的任务。
但有如下一些简单的建议，做决定就变得不那么困难了。
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1. Search
If you still don't know which way to go, do some research.
Read about different areas, about the universities that interest you, about the courses that each offers, and about what each course does.
Sometimes we have a very superficial notion of a particular profession.
It is important to study the curriculum of the courses that interest you, and if you have not yet decided on the area - human, exact or biological sciences - perhaps this process will help you.
1.搜索
如果你仍然不知道该走哪条路，做一些研究。
了解不同的领域，了解你感兴趣的大学，了解每一所大学提供的课程，了解每一门课程的作用。
我们有时对某一特定职业的概念非常肤浅。
研究你感兴趣的课程是很重要的，如果你还没有决定在哪个领域——人类科学、精密科学还是生物科学——也许这个过程会对你有所帮助。
If you still don't know which way to go, do some research.
Read about different areas, about the universities that interest you, about the courses that each offers, and about what each course does.
Sometimes we have a very superficial notion of a particular profession.
It is important to study the curriculum of the courses that interest you, and if you have not yet decided on the area - human, exact or biological sciences - perhaps this process will help you.
1.搜索
如果你仍然不知道该走哪条路，做一些研究。
了解不同的领域，了解你感兴趣的大学，了解每一所大学提供的课程，了解每一门课程的作用。
我们有时对某一特定职业的概念非常肤浅。
研究你感兴趣的课程是很重要的，如果你还没有决定在哪个领域——人类科学、精密科学还是生物科学——也许这个过程会对你有所帮助。
2. Visit companies
Another way to get to know the available areas better is to get to know that awaits the professional after graduation.
It is very important to know what exactly each professional does, and the possibilities that each profession offers.
Visiting companies and seeing the market up close, it is easier to understand the pros and cons of each area, that way it is easier to understand what you like and what you are not interested in.
2. 拜访公司
另一个更好地了解可到职领域的方法，是了解专业人士毕业后的对口职业。
了解每个职业的具体工作，以及每个职业提供的可能性是非常重要的。
近距离参观公司和观察市场，更容易了解每个领域的利弊，这样就更容易了解你喜欢什么，不感兴趣什么。
Another way to get to know the available areas better is to get to know that awaits the professional after graduation.
It is very important to know what exactly each professional does, and the possibilities that each profession offers.
Visiting companies and seeing the market up close, it is easier to understand the pros and cons of each area, that way it is easier to understand what you like and what you are not interested in.
2. 拜访公司
另一个更好地了解可到职领域的方法，是了解专业人士毕业后的对口职业。
了解每个职业的具体工作，以及每个职业提供的可能性是非常重要的。
近距离参观公司和观察市场，更容易了解每个领域的利弊，这样就更容易了解你喜欢什么，不感兴趣什么。
3. Take career guidance courses
For the most indecisive, several institutions offer professional guidance courses.
These courses consist of making a personal study of the individual, putting him in contact with his own tastes, skills and talents.
Vocational guidance courses in general facilitate the choice of the individual, allowing him to perceive for himself the areas with which he most identifies.
3.参加职业指导课程
对于最优柔寡断的人，一些机构提供专业指导课程。
这些课程包括对个人进行个人研究，使他接触到自己的兴趣、技能和才能。
一般来说，职业指导课程有助于个人的选择，允许他自己去感知他最认同的领域。
For the most indecisive, several institutions offer professional guidance courses.
These courses consist of making a personal study of the individual, putting him in contact with his own tastes, skills and talents.
Vocational guidance courses in general facilitate the choice of the individual, allowing him to perceive for himself the areas with which he most identifies.
3.参加职业指导课程
对于最优柔寡断的人，一些机构提供专业指导课程。
这些课程包括对个人进行个人研究，使他接触到自己的兴趣、技能和才能。
一般来说，职业指导课程有助于个人的选择，允许他自己去感知他最认同的领域。
4. Take vocational tests
Vocational tests are more superficial than orientation courses, and generally consist of questions prepared by psychologists who use a points system to define the most suitable areas for each profile.
There is a wide variety of vocational tests on the market, on the internet it is possible to have access to several, but it is advisable that you look for a professional to perform a test with greater reliability.
4. 参加职业测试
职业测试比入门课程更肤浅，通常由心理学家准备的问题组成，他们使用积分系统来定义每个侧面最适合的领域。
市场上有各种各样的职业测试，在互联网上可能有几种，但建议你找一个专业人士来进行更可靠的测试。
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Vocational tests are more superficial than orientation courses, and generally consist of questions prepared by psychologists who use a points system to define the most suitable areas for each profile.
There is a wide variety of vocational tests on the market, on the internet it is possible to have access to several, but it is advisable that you look for a professional to perform a test with greater reliability.
4. 参加职业测试
职业测试比入门课程更肤浅，通常由心理学家准备的问题组成，他们使用积分系统来定义每个侧面最适合的领域。
市场上有各种各样的职业测试，在互联网上可能有几种，但建议你找一个专业人士来进行更可靠的测试。
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5. Read about career and market
Reading is always important.
Read articles about the career plan of each area, the possibility of growing each profession, market competition, average salary, among other peculiarities.
It is also important to know the moment of the market, the professions of the future and those that are becoming obsolete.
5. 阅读关于职业和市场的文章
阅读总是很重要的。
阅读有关每个领域的职业规划、每个职业发展的可能性、市场竞争、平均工资以及其他特性的文章。
了解市场的动态、未来的职业和那些正在被淘汰的职业也很重要。
Reading is always important.
Read articles about the career plan of each area, the possibility of growing each profession, market competition, average salary, among other peculiarities.
It is also important to know the moment of the market, the professions of the future and those that are becoming obsolete.
5. 阅读关于职业和市场的文章
阅读总是很重要的。
阅读有关每个领域的职业规划、每个职业发展的可能性、市场竞争、平均工资以及其他特性的文章。
了解市场的动态、未来的职业和那些正在被淘汰的职业也很重要。
6. Exercise self-awareness
Perhaps this is the most important point in choosing a successful career.
You need to know yourself, to know what is good, to know your own talents, what you like to do and what you don't like.
It is important to know if you handle pressure well, or if you prefer a job with more planning, if you want to live in the big city or in the countryside.
All the variables in your life interfere with your choice.
6. 锻炼自我意识
也许这是选择一个成功的职业最重要的一点。
你需要了解自己，知道什么是好的，知道自己的才能，知道自己喜欢做什么，不喜欢做什么。
重要的是要知道你是否能处理好压力，或者你是否喜欢有更多计划的工作，如果你想住在大城市还是农村。
生活中所有的变数都会影响你的选择。
Perhaps this is the most important point in choosing a successful career.
You need to know yourself, to know what is good, to know your own talents, what you like to do and what you don't like.
It is important to know if you handle pressure well, or if you prefer a job with more planning, if you want to live in the big city or in the countryside.
All the variables in your life interfere with your choice.
6. 锻炼自我意识
也许这是选择一个成功的职业最重要的一点。
你需要了解自己，知道什么是好的，知道自己的才能，知道自己喜欢做什么，不喜欢做什么。
重要的是要知道你是否能处理好压力，或者你是否喜欢有更多计划的工作，如果你想住在大城市还是农村。
生活中所有的变数都会影响你的选择。
7. Talk to professionals
Talk to professionals who are already in the market, know the reality of the profession, this avoids future frustrations.
Know the day to day of the profession, what are the problems that these professionals need to solve, the possibilities of growth within the companies and analyze if the daily life that these people take pleases you.
7. 与专业人士交流
与已经进入市场的专业人士交谈，了解行业的现实，这可以避免未来的挫折。
了解这个行业的每一天，这些专业人士需要解决什么问题，公司内部的发展可能性，并分析这些人的日常生活是否让你满意。
Talk to professionals who are already in the market, know the reality of the profession, this avoids future frustrations.
Know the day to day of the profession, what are the problems that these professionals need to solve, the possibilities of growth within the companies and analyze if the daily life that these people take pleases you.
7. 与专业人士交流
与已经进入市场的专业人士交谈，了解行业的现实，这可以避免未来的挫折。
了解这个行业的每一天，这些专业人士需要解决什么问题，公司内部的发展可能性，并分析这些人的日常生活是否让你满意。
8. Make an exchange
If possible, travel, study abroad.
By meeting different people and cultures, you expand your sense of the world, and consequently your possibilities.
Studying abroad you also develop a notion of the international market, and you can analyze the moment of your profession outside the country as well.
8.进行交换
如果可能的话，去旅行，出国留学。
通过接触不同的人和不同的文化，你扩大了你对世界的感知，从而也扩展了你的可能性。
在国外学习，你也会对国际市场有一个概念，你也可以分析你在国外的职业状况。
If possible, travel, study abroad.
By meeting different people and cultures, you expand your sense of the world, and consequently your possibilities.
Studying abroad you also develop a notion of the international market, and you can analyze the moment of your profession outside the country as well.
8.进行交换
如果可能的话，去旅行，出国留学。
通过接触不同的人和不同的文化，你扩大了你对世界的感知，从而也扩展了你的可能性。
在国外学习，你也会对国际市场有一个概念，你也可以分析你在国外的职业状况。
9. Do internships
If you are already in college, intern in different companies, and if you are still in school, there is the possibility of working as a minor apprentice in several companies.
That way you can get to know the daily lives of different professions, which helps you choose your own path.
9.做实习
如果你已经在上大学，在不同的公司实习，如果你还在上学，你有可能在几家公司做小学徒。
这样你可以了解不同职业的日常生活，这有助于你选择自己的道路。
If you are already in college, intern in different companies, and if you are still in school, there is the possibility of working as a minor apprentice in several companies.
That way you can get to know the daily lives of different professions, which helps you choose your own path.
9.做实习
如果你已经在上大学，在不同的公司实习，如果你还在上学，你有可能在几家公司做小学徒。
这样你可以了解不同职业的日常生活，这有助于你选择自己的道路。
10. Be realistic
It is no use dreaming of an expensive career with little return.
Know that any course you decide to take will require financial investment and dedication.
Therefore, analyze your financial situation, your mobility possibilities, your skills and the return that the career will give you.
Make a plan for your life, and analyze whether in 10 years you will be able to get to where you want to follow a certain area.
If it seems possible, go ahead.
If it seems difficult or a little crazy, think again.
It is your future that is at stake.
10.面对现实
幻象一份钱多事少的工作是无益于事的。
要知道，你决定学习的任何一门课程都需要资金投入和奉献精神。
因此，分析你的财务状况，你的流动可能性，你的技能和职业给你的回报。
为你的生活制定一个计划，分析10年后你是否能够在某个领域达到你想要的目标。
如果可能的话，那就去吧。
如果看起来很困难或者有点疯狂，再想想。
这关系到你们的未来。
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It is no use dreaming of an expensive career with little return.
Know that any course you decide to take will require financial investment and dedication.
Therefore, analyze your financial situation, your mobility possibilities, your skills and the return that the career will give you.
Make a plan for your life, and analyze whether in 10 years you will be able to get to where you want to follow a certain area.
If it seems possible, go ahead.
If it seems difficult or a little crazy, think again.
It is your future that is at stake.
10.面对现实
幻象一份钱多事少的工作是无益于事的。
要知道，你决定学习的任何一门课程都需要资金投入和奉献精神。
因此，分析你的财务状况，你的流动可能性，你的技能和职业给你的回报。
为你的生活制定一个计划，分析10年后你是否能够在某个领域达到你想要的目标。
如果可能的话，那就去吧。
如果看起来很困难或者有点疯狂，再想想。
这关系到你们的未来。
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Jeremy Senseng
, former Marketing & Community at Good.Co
You hear it everywhere:
Follow your passion. Do something you love.
You'll find yourself getting more confused when you try to follow these generic statements. It's like asking, "How do I get to the grocery store?" only to hear, "Follow the road. Get in your car." Huh?
People have dreams, wants, interests, goals, etc. Navigating through choosing a career is the process of discovering the intersection of these things.
The workplace is saturated with people who aren't exactly thrilled to be at work. They're the ones who watch the clock. They're the ones who emit dread while walking into the building. They're the ones who fell into the job and didn't explore other options. Maybe they did, but didn't do anything about it.
你会到处听到这个：
追随你的激情。做你喜欢的事情。
当你试图照着这些鸡汤行事时，你会发现自己变得更加困惑。这就好比问:“我怎么去杂货店?”结果听到的却是:“上车，沿着路走。”嗯?
人们有梦想、欲望、兴趣、目标等。在选择职业的过程中，你会发现这些东西的交集。
职场中充斥着对工作不感兴趣的人。他们老是想快下班。他们是在走进大楼时散发出恐惧气息的人。他们是那些在工作中没有探索其他选择的人。也许他们有，但他们什么都没做。
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, former Marketing & Community at Good.Co
You hear it everywhere:
Follow your passion. Do something you love.
You'll find yourself getting more confused when you try to follow these generic statements. It's like asking, "How do I get to the grocery store?" only to hear, "Follow the road. Get in your car." Huh?
People have dreams, wants, interests, goals, etc. Navigating through choosing a career is the process of discovering the intersection of these things.
The workplace is saturated with people who aren't exactly thrilled to be at work. They're the ones who watch the clock. They're the ones who emit dread while walking into the building. They're the ones who fell into the job and didn't explore other options. Maybe they did, but didn't do anything about it.
你会到处听到这个：
追随你的激情。做你喜欢的事情。
当你试图照着这些鸡汤行事时，你会发现自己变得更加困惑。这就好比问:“我怎么去杂货店?”结果听到的却是:“上车，沿着路走。”嗯?
人们有梦想、欲望、兴趣、目标等。在选择职业的过程中，你会发现这些东西的交集。
职场中充斥着对工作不感兴趣的人。他们老是想快下班。他们是在走进大楼时散发出恐惧气息的人。他们是那些在工作中没有探索其他选择的人。也许他们有，但他们什么都没做。
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We all either know someone like this or have been that person. It's not fun. It's no way to let 40-50 hours a week of your life pass by, every week. Before you know it, you're 35, 45, and 55.
Instead, try to find something that makes you feel like this:
That's Steve Ballmer, current Los Angeles Clippers owner and former CEO of Microsoft. That's being passionate (and a little crazy). You can feel his energy.
Not saying you have to display that much excitement for a career, but you want to continually work towards something that gets you a little consistently thrilled.
我们要么认识这样的人，要么就是这样的人。这一点都不好玩。不能让你每周40-50个小时的时间从你身边溜走，每周都是。不知不觉，你已经35 45 55岁了。
相反，试着去找一些让你有这样感觉的东西:
Instead, try to find something that makes you feel like this:
That's Steve Ballmer, current Los Angeles Clippers owner and former CEO of Microsoft. That's being passionate (and a little crazy). You can feel his energy.
Not saying you have to display that much excitement for a career, but you want to continually work towards something that gets you a little consistently thrilled.
我们要么认识这样的人，要么就是这样的人。这一点都不好玩。不能让你每周40-50个小时的时间从你身边溜走，每周都是。不知不觉，你已经35 45 55岁了。
相反，试着去找一些让你有这样感觉的东西:
这就是史蒂夫·鲍尔默，洛杉矶快船队现任老板，微软前首席执行官。那就是充满激情(还有点疯狂)。你能感觉到他的能量。
这并不是说你必须对自己的职业表现出极大的热情，而是说你想不断地朝着能让你一直感到兴奋的方向努力。
Maybe it’s volunteering with a local nonprofit that provides beds for kids in need. Maybe it’s working on a video app that lets family members in different counties see each other. Maybe it’s helping others stay in shape.
Choosing a career is a process of self-discovery. It doesn't just happen after working 1, 2, 3 jobs or going to school. Take small steps -- jobs, internships, volunteer opportunities -- and pay attention to what you don't like/like about the role. Consider the environment, personalities, and growth opportunities. You may be exposed to something new and develop interests.
It takes time. It’s in your best interests to be continually closing the gap between of where you are and where you want to be.
也许是在当地一家非营利组织做志愿者，为有需要的孩子提供床位。也许它正在开发一个视频应用程序，让不同国家的家庭成员看到彼此。也许是帮助别人保持体形。
择业是一个自我发现的过程。
它不仅仅发生在干了1、2、3份工作或上学之后。从小事做起——工作、实习、志愿者机会——然后注意你喜欢或不喜欢这个职位的哪一点。考虑环境、个性和成长机会。你可能会接触到新的事物并发展出兴趣。
这需要时间。不断缩小你现在和你想要达到的目标之间的差距，对你来说是最有利的。
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Choosing a career is a process of self-discovery. It doesn't just happen after working 1, 2, 3 jobs or going to school. Take small steps -- jobs, internships, volunteer opportunities -- and pay attention to what you don't like/like about the role. Consider the environment, personalities, and growth opportunities. You may be exposed to something new and develop interests.
It takes time. It’s in your best interests to be continually closing the gap between of where you are and where you want to be.
也许是在当地一家非营利组织做志愿者，为有需要的孩子提供床位。也许它正在开发一个视频应用程序，让不同国家的家庭成员看到彼此。也许是帮助别人保持体形。
择业是一个自我发现的过程。
它不仅仅发生在干了1、2、3份工作或上学之后。从小事做起——工作、实习、志愿者机会——然后注意你喜欢或不喜欢这个职位的哪一点。考虑环境、个性和成长机会。你可能会接触到新的事物并发展出兴趣。
这需要时间。不断缩小你现在和你想要达到的目标之间的差距，对你来说是最有利的。
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Mariam Naeem Khan
, lives in Pakistan
I was 19 and completely lost. I didn’t know what to do with my life; I had no idea which career to pursue. While my friends were acquiring admissions in different renowned national and international universities, I was failing admissions in each one of them. But, I read the newspaper everyday - it was a habit I had cultivated in early teens.
One day, I saw an advertisement for the position of Assistant Customer Services Officer and decided to apply. Everyone joked about a college grad getting that job, but, I was able to secure it.
The minute I joined work, my journey towards discovering my skills, interests, strengths and weaknesses began. I got a chance to work with different departments, which was actually an opportunity for me to discover the career I’d like to pursue in future.
我当时19岁，完全迷茫了。我不知道这辈子该做些什么，我不知道该从事哪一种职业。当我的朋友们被国内外各知名大学录取的时候，我却在每一所大学的录取考试中落榜了。但是，我每天都看报纸——这是我十几岁时养成的习惯。
一天，我看到一则招聘助理客户服务经理的广告，就决定去应聘。每个人都开玩笑说大学毕业生才会得到那份工作，但我成功得了这份工作。
从我加入工作的那一刻起，我开始了发现自己技能、兴趣、长处和短处之旅。我有机会在不同的部门工作，这实际上是一个机会，让我发现自己未来想从事的职业。
原创翻译：龙腾网 https://www.ltaaa.cn 转载请注明出处
, lives in Pakistan
I was 19 and completely lost. I didn’t know what to do with my life; I had no idea which career to pursue. While my friends were acquiring admissions in different renowned national and international universities, I was failing admissions in each one of them. But, I read the newspaper everyday - it was a habit I had cultivated in early teens.
One day, I saw an advertisement for the position of Assistant Customer Services Officer and decided to apply. Everyone joked about a college grad getting that job, but, I was able to secure it.
The minute I joined work, my journey towards discovering my skills, interests, strengths and weaknesses began. I got a chance to work with different departments, which was actually an opportunity for me to discover the career I’d like to pursue in future.
我当时19岁，完全迷茫了。我不知道这辈子该做些什么，我不知道该从事哪一种职业。当我的朋友们被国内外各知名大学录取的时候，我却在每一所大学的录取考试中落榜了。但是，我每天都看报纸——这是我十几岁时养成的习惯。
一天，我看到一则招聘助理客户服务经理的广告，就决定去应聘。每个人都开玩笑说大学毕业生才会得到那份工作，但我成功得了这份工作。
从我加入工作的那一刻起，我开始了发现自己技能、兴趣、长处和短处之旅。我有机会在不同的部门工作，这实际上是一个机会，让我发现自己未来想从事的职业。
原创翻译：龙腾网 https://www.ltaaa.cn 转载请注明出处
Within a year of assisting seniors in different departments, I found I was truly passionate about Corporate Communications. I liked to develop content for internal and external stakeholders, and loved writing for marketing publications.
I suggest you to join a start-up or any small-scale company, which will give you an opportunity to assist seniors in different departments, so you can discover where your true passion lies.
Alternatively, you can interview various professionals from diverse backgrounds to know what their average day is like. If possible, request them to allow you to visit their workplace once or a couple of times to get a flare of their jobs.
在协助不同部门的前辈的一年时间里，我发现自己真的对企业通讯充满了热情。我喜欢为内部和外部利益相关者开发内容，也喜欢为营销出版物撰写文章。
我建议你加入一家初创公司或任何小型公司，这样你就有机会协助不同部门的前辈，这样你就能发现自己真正的激情所在。
或者，你可以采访不同背景的专业人士，了解他们的日常生活。如果可能的话，请求他们允许你去他们的工作场所一两次，看看他们的工作。
I suggest you to join a start-up or any small-scale company, which will give you an opportunity to assist seniors in different departments, so you can discover where your true passion lies.
Alternatively, you can interview various professionals from diverse backgrounds to know what their average day is like. If possible, request them to allow you to visit their workplace once or a couple of times to get a flare of their jobs.
在协助不同部门的前辈的一年时间里，我发现自己真的对企业通讯充满了热情。我喜欢为内部和外部利益相关者开发内容，也喜欢为营销出版物撰写文章。
我建议你加入一家初创公司或任何小型公司，这样你就有机会协助不同部门的前辈，这样你就能发现自己真正的激情所在。
或者，你可以采访不同背景的专业人士，了解他们的日常生活。如果可能的话，请求他们允许你去他们的工作场所一两次，看看他们的工作。
Or, apply for an internship in any organisation. An internship will help you gauge the real-life nature of different roles.
You don’t have to choose a career path straight away. Numerous people end up adopting professions they haven’t studied for. I know an Engineer who has become a Professional Trainer, an MBA in Finance who is working successfully in Advertising and a Psychologist who is working as an Editor.
Even if you study a certain subject and can’t find related jobs, you can always opt for certifications and diplomas to acquire academic knowledge about your profession. For example, I had studied English Literature in Bachelors, but was promoted as a Project Officer (National Communication Lead) at work. So, I enrolled in a Diploma Programme for Project Management.
Lastly, don’t stress about your career so much. Instead, focus on choosing the subject/s you enjoy the most and study it/them devotedly. If you work hard, good things will automatically happen.
或者，申请在任何机构实习。实习将帮助你判断不同职位在现实生活中的本质。
你不必马上就选择职业道路。许多人最终选择了他们没有学过的职业。我认识一位工程师，他成为了专业培训师；一位金融MBA，他在广告业工作得很成功；一位心理学家，他现在是一名编辑。
即使你学了某一门学科，找不到专业对口的工作，你可以随时选择考证和相应文凭来获取有关你职业的学术知识。例如，我本科学习的是英国文学，但在工作中被提升为项目官(全国传播负责人)。所以，我报名参加了一个项目管理文凭项目。
最后，不要对你的工作压力太大。相反，专注于选择你最喜欢的科目，专心地学习。如果你努力工作，好事自然来。
四
You don’t have to choose a career path straight away. Numerous people end up adopting professions they haven’t studied for. I know an Engineer who has become a Professional Trainer, an MBA in Finance who is working successfully in Advertising and a Psychologist who is working as an Editor.
Even if you study a certain subject and can’t find related jobs, you can always opt for certifications and diplomas to acquire academic knowledge about your profession. For example, I had studied English Literature in Bachelors, but was promoted as a Project Officer (National Communication Lead) at work. So, I enrolled in a Diploma Programme for Project Management.
Lastly, don’t stress about your career so much. Instead, focus on choosing the subject/s you enjoy the most and study it/them devotedly. If you work hard, good things will automatically happen.
或者，申请在任何机构实习。实习将帮助你判断不同职位在现实生活中的本质。
你不必马上就选择职业道路。许多人最终选择了他们没有学过的职业。我认识一位工程师，他成为了专业培训师；一位金融MBA，他在广告业工作得很成功；一位心理学家，他现在是一名编辑。
即使你学了某一门学科，找不到专业对口的工作，你可以随时选择考证和相应文凭来获取有关你职业的学术知识。例如，我本科学习的是英国文学，但在工作中被提升为项目官(全国传播负责人)。所以，我报名参加了一个项目管理文凭项目。
最后，不要对你的工作压力太大。相反，专注于选择你最喜欢的科目，专心地学习。如果你努力工作，好事自然来。
四
Anthony Gold
As far as choosing your career path, there are a few things to keep in mind. It is good that you are thinking about the types of activities you enjoy. You’d be surprised how many people choose a job just because it is available or simply due to the pay being offered - without considering how much they’d enjoy the work.
I’ve found it very helpful to look at the intersection of these three elements: (1) what you are passionate about and really enjoy doing, (2) what you are very good at, and (3) what the market will pay handsomely (or at least adequately) for.
Granted you don’t have a lot of experience yet, but it seems like you have a good feel for the work you enjoy (and presumably could do quite well). While many startups could certainly use the types of skills you listed, there are many challenges with startups – which I’m sure you know. I’m a huge fan of startups and entrepreneurship, but not everyone enjoys the roller coaster ride and its associated drama that are part and parcel of many startup environments.
至于选择职业道路，有几件事要记住。最好想想你喜欢的活动类型。你会惊讶地发现，有多少人选择一份工作只是因为有机会或薪水高，而没有考虑他们有多喜欢这份工作。
我发现，审视这三要素的交集非常有帮助:(1)你真正热爱并喜欢做什么，(2)你非常擅长什么，(3)市场会为什么支付丰厚(或至少足够)的价格。
虽然你还没有很多经验，但你似乎对你喜欢的工作有很好的感觉(而且可能会做得很好)。虽然很多创业公司确实可以使用你列出的这些技能，但创业也有很多挑战——我相信你知道。我是创业和企业家精神的超级粉丝，但并不是每个人都喜欢这种过山车式的经历，以及与之相关的戏剧性事件，这是许多初创企业环境的重要组成部分。
As far as choosing your career path, there are a few things to keep in mind. It is good that you are thinking about the types of activities you enjoy. You’d be surprised how many people choose a job just because it is available or simply due to the pay being offered - without considering how much they’d enjoy the work.
I’ve found it very helpful to look at the intersection of these three elements: (1) what you are passionate about and really enjoy doing, (2) what you are very good at, and (3) what the market will pay handsomely (or at least adequately) for.
Granted you don’t have a lot of experience yet, but it seems like you have a good feel for the work you enjoy (and presumably could do quite well). While many startups could certainly use the types of skills you listed, there are many challenges with startups – which I’m sure you know. I’m a huge fan of startups and entrepreneurship, but not everyone enjoys the roller coaster ride and its associated drama that are part and parcel of many startup environments.
至于选择职业道路，有几件事要记住。最好想想你喜欢的活动类型。你会惊讶地发现，有多少人选择一份工作只是因为有机会或薪水高，而没有考虑他们有多喜欢这份工作。
我发现，审视这三要素的交集非常有帮助:(1)你真正热爱并喜欢做什么，(2)你非常擅长什么，(3)市场会为什么支付丰厚(或至少足够)的价格。
虽然你还没有很多经验，但你似乎对你喜欢的工作有很好的感觉(而且可能会做得很好)。虽然很多创业公司确实可以使用你列出的这些技能，但创业也有很多挑战——我相信你知道。我是创业和企业家精神的超级粉丝，但并不是每个人都喜欢这种过山车式的经历，以及与之相关的戏剧性事件，这是许多初创企业环境的重要组成部分。
Another option to consider – in addition to joining a startup – is to leverage your skills in ideation, business model planning, and marketing strategy to help multiple companies at the same time. You can do that as a strategic advisor / consultant where you are typically paid an hourly rate (perhaps with a fixed retainer as you build you clout). Forming your own LLC to offer these services (presuming you’re in the US) enables you to deduct all your legitimate business expenses against business income – which can be a huge benefit.
I’m often asked this question: “How do I get started as an advisor / consultant when I don’t have a ton of experience?” The answer is this: start by offering a pro-bono project with a company in your network that can leverage your skills. But don’t say your rate is $0 per hour. Rather, say something like this: “My rate is typically $X per hour, but I am eager to demonstrate how my skills and dedication will result in a solution that will blow away your expectations. As such, I am willing to do this project on my nickel to establish my value to your company.”
除了加入一家初创公司，你还需要考虑的另一个选择是利用你的创意、商业模式规划和营销策略技能，同时帮助多家公司。你可以作为一个通常按小时计酬的战略顾问/顾问来做这件事(也许在你建立影响力的过程中会有一个固定的雇佣关系)。组建自己的有限责任公司来提供这些服务(假设你在美国)，可以让你从业务收入中扣除所有合法的业务支出——这可能是一个巨大的好处。
我经常被问到这样一个问题:“如果我没有丰富的经验，我该如何开始成为一名顾问?”答案是这样的:首先，在你的社交网络中找一家可以利用你的技能的公司，提供一个公益项目。但不要说你的收费是每小时0美元。相反，你可以这样说:“我的工资通常是每小时X美元，但我渴望展示我的技能和奉献精神将如何为您带来一个超出预期的解决方案。因此，我愿意用自己的钱来做这个项目，以建立我对贵公司的价值。”
I’m often asked this question: “How do I get started as an advisor / consultant when I don’t have a ton of experience?” The answer is this: start by offering a pro-bono project with a company in your network that can leverage your skills. But don’t say your rate is $0 per hour. Rather, say something like this: “My rate is typically $X per hour, but I am eager to demonstrate how my skills and dedication will result in a solution that will blow away your expectations. As such, I am willing to do this project on my nickel to establish my value to your company.”
除了加入一家初创公司，你还需要考虑的另一个选择是利用你的创意、商业模式规划和营销策略技能，同时帮助多家公司。你可以作为一个通常按小时计酬的战略顾问/顾问来做这件事(也许在你建立影响力的过程中会有一个固定的雇佣关系)。组建自己的有限责任公司来提供这些服务(假设你在美国)，可以让你从业务收入中扣除所有合法的业务支出——这可能是一个巨大的好处。
我经常被问到这样一个问题:“如果我没有丰富的经验，我该如何开始成为一名顾问?”答案是这样的:首先，在你的社交网络中找一家可以利用你的技能的公司，提供一个公益项目。但不要说你的收费是每小时0美元。相反，你可以这样说:“我的工资通常是每小时X美元，但我渴望展示我的技能和奉献精神将如何为您带来一个超出预期的解决方案。因此，我愿意用自己的钱来做这个项目，以建立我对贵公司的价值。”
That way, you set the stage that once you do exceed their expectations, you’ll be able to charge your “normal” rate for future projects. And, if you do a great job, you’ll have no problem getting a reference from the client. Once you have your first gig under your belt, and an extremely satisfied, referenceable client – then the subsequent engagements become easier and easier.
And, this work I’m describing can be for both startup companies as well as established firms.
Of course, I’m not suggesting that is the only path to consider. Believe it or not, even large companies have an interest in people who are good at developing new business ideas with a shrewd marketing and financial head. So don’t limit your considerations by thinking otherwise.
通过这种方式，你就可以设定一个阶段，一旦你超出了他们的预期，你就可以为未来的项目收取“正常”的费用。而且，如果你的工作做得很好，那么从客户那里得到推荐信是没有问题的。一旦你有了你的第一份工作，并且有了一个非常满意的、可参考的客户，那么接下来的工作就会变得越来越容易。
我所描述的这项工作既适用于初创公司，也适用于老牌公司。
当然，我并不是说这是唯一可以考虑的途径。信不信由你，即使是大公司也会对那些善于开发新商业理念、拥有精明的营销和财务头脑的人感兴趣。所以不要用其他的想法来限制你的考虑。
And, this work I’m describing can be for both startup companies as well as established firms.
Of course, I’m not suggesting that is the only path to consider. Believe it or not, even large companies have an interest in people who are good at developing new business ideas with a shrewd marketing and financial head. So don’t limit your considerations by thinking otherwise.
通过这种方式，你就可以设定一个阶段，一旦你超出了他们的预期，你就可以为未来的项目收取“正常”的费用。而且，如果你的工作做得很好，那么从客户那里得到推荐信是没有问题的。一旦你有了你的第一份工作，并且有了一个非常满意的、可参考的客户，那么接下来的工作就会变得越来越容易。
我所描述的这项工作既适用于初创公司，也适用于老牌公司。
当然，我并不是说这是唯一可以考虑的途径。信不信由你，即使是大公司也会对那些善于开发新商业理念、拥有精明的营销和财务头脑的人感兴趣。所以不要用其他的想法来限制你的考虑。
The last point I’ll make is this: what you choose today won’t necessarily lock you in forever. In the old days, you joined a company and stayed for 20+ years. Today, the average time a new grad stays in a gig is about 3 years. So, don’t stress too much over “am I making the right decision”. Sure, you want to put decent consideration into your next move (all of your moves), but don’t think it’s an “all or nothing” type of choice.
You can learn and grow from every experience, even the “crash and burn” ones – sometimes even more so from those. So, cultivate a mindset of openness, an eagerness to grow, and continually seek out people smarter/wiser than you from whom you can learn.
我想说的最后一点是:你今天的选择不一定会把你永远困在其中。在过去，你加入一个公司，并呆了20多年。如今，一名应届毕业生在一份工作上的平均时间大约是3年。所以，不要过分强调“我是否做了正确的决定”。当然，你应该好好考虑你的下一步(所有的下一步)，但不要认为这是“要么是全部，要么什么都不是”之类的选择。
你可以从每一次经历中学习和成长，甚至是“一败涂地”的经历——有时甚至能从中学到更多。所以，培养一种开放的心态，渴望成长，不断寻找比你更聪明的人，你可以向他们学习。
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You can learn and grow from every experience, even the “crash and burn” ones – sometimes even more so from those. So, cultivate a mindset of openness, an eagerness to grow, and continually seek out people smarter/wiser than you from whom you can learn.
我想说的最后一点是:你今天的选择不一定会把你永远困在其中。在过去，你加入一个公司，并呆了20多年。如今，一名应届毕业生在一份工作上的平均时间大约是3年。所以，不要过分强调“我是否做了正确的决定”。当然，你应该好好考虑你的下一步(所有的下一步)，但不要认为这是“要么是全部，要么什么都不是”之类的选择。
你可以从每一次经历中学习和成长，甚至是“一败涂地”的经历——有时甚至能从中学到更多。所以，培养一种开放的心态，渴望成长，不断寻找比你更聪明的人，你可以向他们学习。
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Mahmoud El-Nahal
Start from the End.
Look on the internet for some interesting careers and role models in these careers (engineering, medicine, psychology, art, whatever u think of !).
These people have some achievements, education, projects, skills, behaviors, etc. Choose what do you want to have in your future self version.
Whatever you have picked, you can consider them as large components, connected together to form your future character. Divide each of these large components to smaller connect components, as you are really drawing your life path.
从终点开始。
在网上找一些有趣的职业和这些职业的榜样(工程、医学、心理学、艺术，随便你考虑什么职业!)
这些人拥有某些成就、教育经历、项目、技能、行为等。选择你想要的未来自我版本。
无论你选择了什么，你都可以将它们视为大型组件，连接在一起形成你未来的特征。把这些大的组成部分分割成小的连接部分，就像你真的在画出你的人生道路一样。
Start from the End.
Look on the internet for some interesting careers and role models in these careers (engineering, medicine, psychology, art, whatever u think of !).
These people have some achievements, education, projects, skills, behaviors, etc. Choose what do you want to have in your future self version.
Whatever you have picked, you can consider them as large components, connected together to form your future character. Divide each of these large components to smaller connect components, as you are really drawing your life path.
从终点开始。
在网上找一些有趣的职业和这些职业的榜样(工程、医学、心理学、艺术，随便你考虑什么职业!)
这些人拥有某些成就、教育经历、项目、技能、行为等。选择你想要的未来自我版本。
无论你选择了什么，你都可以将它们视为大型组件，连接在一起形成你未来的特征。把这些大的组成部分分割成小的连接部分，就像你真的在画出你的人生道路一样。
Start small.
Educate yourself how to become these small little things which will drive you to achieve the big ones. Be aware that the journey is hard, long, and sometimes painful. Do whatever it takes, and please keep in mind to teach your kids what you have learned in life, in order not to be in your current situation.
Best wishes my friend.
从小事做起。
教育自己如何成为这些小的组件，将推动你实现大的目标。要意识到这个过程是艰难的，漫长的，有时是痛苦的。任劳任怨，并请记住，为了不陷入你现在的处境，要把你在生活中学到的东西教给你的孩子。
祝你好运。
Educate yourself how to become these small little things which will drive you to achieve the big ones. Be aware that the journey is hard, long, and sometimes painful. Do whatever it takes, and please keep in mind to teach your kids what you have learned in life, in order not to be in your current situation.
Best wishes my friend.
从小事做起。
教育自己如何成为这些小的组件，将推动你实现大的目标。要意识到这个过程是艰难的，漫长的，有时是痛苦的。任劳任怨，并请记住，为了不陷入你现在的处境，要把你在生活中学到的东西教给你的孩子。
祝你好运。
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