How can I make sure my child chooses the best career?

Parents want the best for their children, and as a parent, you might be wondering how to help your child find the perfect career. But the fact is, no one can tell you which career will be good for your child.

Your child has their own unique strengths and interests that can help them decide which direction they'll want to take in life.

The best way to help your child pick a career is by providing them with opportunities to explore different careers.

We know your child's future is the most important thing. And it may seem like a daunting task to choose a career for your child, but it doesn't have to be. Take these steps and you'll be on the right path.

1)     Scientific Assessment

To find out your child’s strengths and weaknesses, you must make him participate in an assessment.

Working in partnership with Harrison Assessment, a cloud-based Occupational Psychological assessment, you can get a report of your child’s most suitable career options.

These list of Career options are prepared based on individual’s personality, traits, behaviours, likes-dislikes, work life preferences, DNA, etc.

2) Guidance

Studying something a student hates will not only affect his academic performance but also take a heavy toll on his mental level.

Parents have to understand this and let their child choose a Career by Choice. In fact, there is a need to shift the paradigm from “Eligibility to Suitability”. This is what Career Clinic is doing.

Our guidance includes reading the child’s traits and presenting multiple career options. We try to know their hobbies and past time.

3) Choosing a Stream

Parents need to make informed decisions based on their child’s personality, hobbies, behaviour, likes, and dislikes.

But what some parents do is make decisions based on what others are doing.

This can put your child’s career at risk because he may not possess the same skills and personality to do what you want him to.

Instead of putting your child under peer pressure, give your child options to explore his favourite choices. The wise choice will be when you select a career based on Suitability, Growth potential, Longevity and earning potential.

4) Connecting with a Mentor

Find a mentor for your child who can guide him in the right direction of his career and life. He can measure your child’s potential and provide the most suitable career choices.

The best mentor for your child will be a career guide. He/She can not only unleash your child’s talent but also take his confidence to the peak.

Right now, the Career Clinic is working to guide parents of students studying in classes from 9-12th grade and Undergraduate students.  

Don’ts while choosing a career path

●       Don’t command your child to move on in life with your imposed career choice.

●       Don’t burden your child with unrealistic expectations.

●       Stay away from giving false hope to a child if you are aware of his limitations.

●       Take the help of a professional to answer your child’s query wisely

Wrapping Up

It’s okay to feel confused and helpless when it comes to your child. We know that not all parents can make decisions alone. That’s why we are here to help you out in taking a career decision for your child.