Career advice and career exploration articles for students, professionals, and anyone needing guidance. Written by Vicky Payne, MS, CRC and author of Career Compass, covering career identity, job searching, career changes, and the real stories behind them.
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Building the House You Are Going to Live in
My dad is an architect, and you can't design a house without knowing the lot or the people who will live in it. The same is true when you make a career decision: build on who you are and the life you are actually living.
Nobody Taught Us How to Choose a Career. I Learned the Hard Way.
Most people don’t think about career decisions until something goes wrong—like burnout, layoffs, or a degree they hate. Discover how to proactively choose a career path aligned with your real strengths, values, and goals before crisis hits.
Is "Follow Your Passion" Good Career Advice?
Rethink traditional follow your passion career advice. Discover practical steps to align your strengths, skills, and values with a fulfilling career path.