A person's progress or general course of action through life or through a phase of life, as in some profession or undertaking.

NO ONE CAREER IS BETTER THAN THE OTHER.

How to Choose A Rewarding Career Identify what things you have a passion for. What are your strengths and weaknesses? What will you enjoy doing?

Factors to Consider Things to consider when deciding on your career: Money should not be the main focus when choosing a career. If you can do something you love, do as a career. If you love reading then become a librarian or publish books. If you enjoy football, then try to become a coach.

How to get Motivated Self-reflection & discovery Learning from good & bad Find ways to overcome fear Reading Looking up to someone you admire

Reasons for lack of career motivation Doing something you do not enjoy. Lack of recognition from others. Poor guidance, advice & lack of direction. No clear vision & common goal. Poor work environment. No opportunity for career growth.

On Your Way to Success Barriers to Success Overcoming the barriers Your imagination Lack of support system Past failures or events Lack of planning Setting SMART goals Time management Strong support system Strive for excellence

Power of positive attitude a positive attitude will do wonders for you It will make your day go by quickly You will be open to new & interesting things in your life also known as serendipity. Challenges will not overwhelm you, rather you will find a way around them. You will have less stress. You will feel good and in turn, people around you will feel good. Which leads to higher productivity.

Think About It What does success mean to you? To find out, answer these questions: What is important to you? What do you like to do? What do you care about? What things mean the most to you?

Need Help? Guidance counsellor Teachers Parents/Guardians Employment counsellors YMCA Colleges

Could you think of anyone that faced difficult situation and are successful? Oprah Winfrey – Abused Chris Gardener – Poverty Tom Cruise – Learning disability Jim Carey – Disorder (ADHD) Ray Charles - Blind THE KEY IS DETERMINATION & SELF CONFIDENCE

Challenge Think of three little thing you can do that could lead to success in six areas of your life. Then write them down. Picture them vividly Look at them every day Start with a plan Dont quit on yourself