As a Career Counselor, I meet with students on a weekly basis discussing their future career options. Some students come in and want to pursue trending and in-demand fields such as Artificial Intelligence or Social Media and Blogging, while others want more traditional paths that their family has pursued such as careers in Education or Law.
As we dive into the details of various professions, one thing rings true. With the right mindset and balance, you can achieve a healthy and satisfying career path whether it’s in a trending and in-demand field or a field that’s more traditional.
With this in mind, let’s check out some occupations that are traditional, as well as those that tend to be trending or in-demand.
Attorney
If you have come from a family of attorneys, pursuing a more traditional career path in law is usually always considered.
An attorney is someone who is not only trained and educated in law but also practices it in court. Lawyers advise and represent individuals, businesses, and government agencies on legal issues and disputes.
When choosing to become a lawyer, it is important to decide in what area you will practice. For example, the Wade Law Group in California has a diverse team of attorneys who practice in different areas ranging from Family Law to Civil Litigation, as many firms do.
You simply have to choose what works for you and keep boundaries and balance in mind.
Artificial Intelligence/Computer and Information Research Scientists
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the ability of a computer or a robot controlled by a computer to do tasks that are usually done by humans because they require human intelligence and discernment.
While this isn’t your most traditional career path, this field is becoming increasingly popular. Students who want to enter this career path must have a passion for working with computers. And, while their education can certainly start with a certificate, it doesn’t end there.
In fact, Computer and Information Research Scientists typically need at least a master’s degree in computer science or a related field. However, a bachelor’s degree may be sufficient for some jobs.
Social Media
Another less traditional career path, many students consider involves social media. This could include bloggers, social media influencers, etc. And what’s interesting about this career path is that there is no educational requirement if you are building it from the ground up on your own.
However, if you are working for a company, the company may require anything from experience to a bachelor’s degree.
And, believe it or not, blogging and social media can also make you a lot of money, easily providing you with a full-time income.
Final Thoughts
Whether you are considering a more traditional career or a trending and in-demand career, it’s important to do your research on that career path. Explore various positions in the career field, learn what will be required of you in terms of skills and education, understand the salary, and how you can advance when you’re ready. Lastly, make sure you have a genuine interest in what it is that you want to pursue.
This post is in partnership with Intellifluence.
