Influence of Significant Others and Significant
Factors
Our choices and decisions are often influenced by the people with whom we
live or those whom we see on a regular basis. The expectations of others,
role models, and social class factors weigh heavily upon our choices of a
career or other significant decisions.
Listed below are
factors which might influence your life in various ways. Which of the
following has had a noticeable effect upon significant decisions which you
have made or the career choices which you are considering at this point.
Your Sex
Geographic Mobility
Friends
Your Race
Peers
Your Temperament
Mother
Geographical Opportunities
Father
Your Education, Training & Experience
Children
Role Models Available
Other Family Members
Personal Contacts
Knowledge of Jobs
Your Health
Personal Conflicts
Counselor / Psychiatrist
Availability of Transportation
Attitudes Towards Work
Social Class
Church
Your Interests
College Professor
Answer the Following Questions
1. What kind of career would your parents want for
you if they had their choice?
2. For what career/job do your friends and peers believe
that you are best suited?
Now that you have made your
selections, you can print out this page.
Use the results from this exercise to help you in searching for a career
as well as for help in writing your resume.