Remember the time when adults kept asking what you wanted to do when you grew up? Yeah, we do too.
Ironically enough, that same question doesn’t go away right up to the point where you end up actually doing something out there (sorry for being the bearers of bad news, but you’re probably not going to be an astronaut). To help you with this oh-so-tough decision-making, we made this sweet sweet infographic explaining a bunch of different career paths you can take. So follow the flow-chart and see where you end up.
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Infographic about different Career Path to discover after graduation
How to compare career paths when you have more than one interest
Start by writing down what you want work to give you over the next two to three years. Rank factors like learning curve, pay, location, schedule, mentorship, impact, and growth potential. Give each path a quick score against those factors. A simple scorecard makes vague hunches concrete, and it gives you a way to explain your choice to yourself and to others.
Run short, low-risk tests before you commit. Shadow someone for a day, sign up for a weekend project, volunteer for a small assignment, or take a micro-course that forces you to ship something. Track how you feel about the work, the people, and the pace. If a path scores high on paper but feels draining in practice, take that data seriously.
Talk to three people who do the job in three different contexts, like a startup, a mid-size company, and a large organization. Ask about a recent challenge, what a strong junior hire did to stand out, and what they wish they had known at your stage. Compare notes across conversations to separate role realities from company quirks.
When offers show up, go beyond salary. Look at the manager you’ll learn from, the quality of the first six months of work, and the odds that your portfolio or skills will level up. Choose the option that gives you the best story and the most transferable skills, even if it’s not the flashiest title.
- Sample scorecard criteria: core tasks, tools you’ll learn, feedback culture, way of working, runway for growth, compensation, and exit options.
How to do it with Enhancv
- Job Search: Search roles in plain language and see how each opening scores against your resume to focus on the best-fit paths.
- Resume Tailoring: Paste a job ad to get a match score and exact guidance on what to change for each path you’re testing.
- Resume Checker: Upload a file to get a free report with an ATS score before you start applying.
Now that you’re enlightened and know which career paths you could take, check out our resume examples to get inspired by real people’s resumes that got the job. Also, like our Facebook page for some bite-sized Career tips!
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