Have you ever wondered what your children might do when she grows up? Who do you want them to be?
Thanks to globalization, robots, artificial intelligence, and other disruptive technologies, the job market has drastically changed more in the last decade than in the previous half-century. In the future, some jobs will vanish, while others will remain – but change.
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” – even many adults still find it hard to answer this question, too. The world is full of possibilities, so it’s natural for kids to explore options.
In this article, we include a fun 3-minute quiz to help parents explore some career areas that may suit your child’s talents, skills and characteristics. Of course, we can’t provide all options in just one small, simplified quiz, so please note that this quiz should be viewed only as a guide, and not as comprehensive, definitive, or scientific.
Take the quiz below to get a sense of where your child may excel in the future, based on her personality today!
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Parting words from Everest Education
It is never too early to start talking to your child about career choices. As a parent, there are several things you can do to support her through the process. Talking about careers with your child is an extension of showing an interest in their lives – helping them to move in a positive direction, towards a fulfilling future.
Bringing curiosity and an open mind to the conversation will help your child think in an unrestricted way about their options.
>>> Learn how to start a career discussion with your kids here
