When I was a kid, I was fascinated with the amazing tool that produces graphics in a tube by just typing in several codes with the use of asterisks. I bet you’re now wondering what I am talking about… Computers…It was an extra curricular subject in my primary school that I took way back almost 2 decades ago. Now, I know you’re calculating my age by this time (LOL). Back to the subject…by that time, I remembered my interest was slightly inclined related to computers and also excelled on it. I also remember that aside having interests in computers, I also want to be a business woman like my dad, but the option I choose to take was to study more on computers. Now, I am in Information Technology field with several years of experience in analysis and programming systems or software for several companies and also had a few years of managing or handling a software development and support team. I enjoyed being in this field and I am still learning because we all know technology changes fast and inevitable.
That’s just the summary of my career experience. I have not mentioned the bumps or hard ship on my career journey but I will not give detail about it either. I will now focus on giving a basic guide on what to consider starting your career journey. This is intended to people who will decide what to start in college or who wants to change their career.
1. Interests
You should enjoy what you do and not just forced to do it because some or your parents or your sponsors wants you to take this. For some it might be difficult but considering this will benefit you in the long run related to your career satisfaction.
2. Knowledge/Current Skill
Evaluate on what you are good at or consider own capacity. You might focus on your strengths and from that you may improve and excel. Example, if you’re good in math, you may take up accounting, engineering or other fields that involves math.
3. Budget
Are you or your sponsor capable of spending that amount to learn what you want to take? If not, you may look for school who can grant scholarship or cheap fees but quality education. Don’t ignore quality of education against tuition fees. Do research or inquire on school.
4. Time
Do you have enough time for your goal? For those who have already a career and want to change it, consider the time you spend already. Are you willing to start again with the new career? Can you learn it in enough time?
5. Right Attitude
If you have decided what career to take, you must be persistent to overcome obstacles and be keen to improve more because change is inevitable and you must adapt to it.
There are still many other factors to consider. You may ask a guidance counsellor or a mentor whom you think is capable to help you further. | 
