Pointers for Choosing the Right Job

Some people know exactly what they want to do in life. For others, this is a much more complicated process. It is a process that entails a lot of thinking and weighing your options. If you’re looking for a place to start, here are a few alternatives to explore.

 

Reputation, Stability, and Growth

 

Japan is an interesting country. It is arguably the most technologically advanced nation in the world, while at the same time maintaining a traditional culture spanning thousands of years. It is also one of the safest places on earth and the most economically stable.

 

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And while there are many reasons for this, one of the most important ones is that the Japanese are highly risk-averse people, especially when it comes to their jobs. What this means is that for the vast majority of people, being employed in a long-standing company where they can grow slowly and earn a steady income trumps everything else, even job satisfaction.

 

As a young individual trying to choose the right position, this is a good avenue to take. For instance, you could look into joining a reputable real estate developer with vast experience in the market. Or you could explore options in the retail industry, law firms, pharmaceutical companies, and manufacturing businesses.

 

Keep in mind that aside from a steady income and the possibility of working with experts in the field, a big company oftentimes has more opportunities for promotion, diversity of work, and travel.

 

The Road Less Traveled

 

Many experts argue that it is much better to work in a large company for a few years, gain as much experience as you can, and then open a business of your own. And they are not wrong. After all, experience is something only time will teach, and the more of it you have, the better decisions you will be able to make.

 

Furthermore, working for some time will allow you to save a bit of money for your new enterprise and make the necessary connections to maximize the possibility of its success.

 

Still, there is nothing written in stone. Bill Gates wrote his first software program at the age of 13 and started Microsoft at 20. Mark Zuckerberg created Facebook while still at the university and didn’t need a single day of work experience to launch his multi-billion dollar corporation.

 

Naturally, these are exceptions to the rule. Not everybody has the will, passion, determination, and intelligence to see a project forward. But that doesn’t mean starting a business straight out of college or even before that is something you should never do. If you have an idea for a product or service and the resources to bring it to life, the best thing you can do is to go for it.

 

Even if you fail, you are still very young. Thus, you can pick yourself up, try again, or go a different route altogether if that is what you see fit to do.

 

A Matter of Pride

 

For one reason or another, patriotism is something we can all relate to. Whether you are American, French, Italian, or Chinese, we are all born with a sense of pride in our home country, an inner drive to make it better than it is. If that is you, then working with the government is something you should definitely consider.

 

A government job has many benefits. Whether you are a civil servant, a researcher for a science institute, or a consultant in matters of politics or the economy, chances are you will get more paid vacation than a person working in the private sector. Moreover, there is a higher possibility that your retirement fund will be larger, and possibly fully guaranteed.

 

If you are not into politics and would rather not work in a ward office or as an assistant to a mayor, do not worry. There are plenty of other options to choose from. For instance, you could work as a pro-bono lawyer for environmental sustainability. You could also venture into the realms of public health, law enforcement, or education.

 

Whatever you decide to do, it will bring you the satisfaction of knowing you are improving the lives of your countrymen and making your nation a better place for all.

 

As we have seen, there are three career paths to look into based on your experience, skill, and interests. If your aim is financial stability, variety in labor, and gradual career growth, you could work for a large corporation. Another option is taking a chance at starting something new, giving it your best, and letting the chips fall where they may. Finally, you could tackle a government position and learn about the ins and outs of running a country.

 

All three are viable options for those willing to put in the effort, work hard, and succeed.

 

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Good luck!
Ken