July 9th, 2007
Define Your Ideal Employer: Sector
The workplace in general can be thought of as broken up into various segments. These segments or sectors include:
• Private
• Nonprofit / Association
• Government
• Academia
What sector of the marketplace is right for you? Here are some questions to help you decide:
Are you a mission-driven individual?
Is earning potential one of the most important things to you when choosing a job?
Do you prefer a flexible work schedule over a high salary?
Do you enjoy working in an academic learning environment?
Do you prefer the stability of government work?
Do you want to dedicate your career to public service?
If job security is one of your most important career values, then you may feel more comfortable in a “stable” environment such as government work. If you love being in an innovative and creative workplace, then a small entrepreneurial organization may be right for you.
It really is a matter of personal preference and matching the sector of the organization with your personality and work style.
Until next week, here’s to your continued success!
Maret
