Look in the Mirror
Before you can figure out what kind of job you might like, you have to figure out your preferences and workstyle. What do you love to do? What do you hate to do? Does it inspire you to work with people, or are you more of a loner? Does outdoor work stimulate you, or does the thought of open spaces make you break out in hives? There are a number of things you can determine about yourself that will help you narrow the job field and find a career you'll really like.
Spend some time thinking about the following questions, and write down some thoughts about each. You might be surprised by what you learn about yourself:
Interests: What do you do in your spare time? What are your favorite hobbies, or subjects in school? What motivates you and sparks your interest?
Values: What principles do you use to guide your life? For instance, is it more important to you to make money or to contribute to the community? What are the three things you believe in most strongly?
Personality: Are you outgoing or introverted, fun-loving or serious? Think about the people you're friends with, or the people you find most challenging to get along with. What can you see about yourself by looking at your relationships?
Lifestyle: Where do you want to live? What do you want to own? What are your financial obligations or your family's financial needs? What are your hobbies and what do they cost? How much free time do you need to attend to your life outside of work? Get a rough idea of what's involved in living the lifestyle you aspire to, and be realistic.
