Study Your Industry

    I believe it is important to research and study the career field you are in or aspiring to be in. This will help you learn a ton and grow with knowledge. This can help you learn industry language/jargon and keep up to date with "what's happening" or evolving. You will be able to get a feel for what technology is being used, what company is on the rise or fall, what experience is needed to be well-equipped, etc.

    After all, research before getting into a career can help you make a life decision on where you want to be. It also saves you from wasting time in the wrong job for years. I do advise researching different industries, especially for high school students and undecided college students. For those who have degrees, you can find a mentor within a company that will help guide you along the way. For anyone, please take advantage of networking. I have mentioned this before in job-searching previous blogs. Social media has some positives, such as keeping us updated with information. Use LinkedIn to follow major or small businesses in your particular industry. Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are good ways to follow key people, and well-known experts to shed more knowledge on the industry you are in. These are very good ways to build your career.

     You never know, as a job seeker they can ask how you stay abreast on the industry you are applying for. I have had this similar question asked when I was interviewing for retail, especially clothing and accessories stores. Stay ahead of the game and be job-ready!!!