Many of the teens I counsel wonder how they can go about making a good choice when considering a career or vocation. We discuss several considerations in this regard.

Before choosing a life path it is important to be exposed to many different areas of potential interest, including while in high school. This can involve becoming involved in varied extracurricular activities such as jobs, sports, and internships.

When a teen’s path leads through college, it can be advantageous to start undergraduate education without a declared major. In this way, teens are more apt to explore different courses.

When you narrow down your career choices, take a close look at the people who work in that field. Are they happy? Do they have similar personality characteristics to you?

For example, when I chose pediatrics as a career, I noted that pediatricians like to get on the floor and play with young children. At the same time, physicians who specialize in working with adults would never think of doing such a thing. Since I was playful, I felt pediatrics was a better choice for me.

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