By Sakshi Sah
Published Jun 29, 2025

Hindustan Times
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Tips for students to make smart career decisions

Choosing the right career isn’t always easy. Here are some simple steps from Forbes to help you match your job choices.

Write down five things that matter most to you in life. These could be goals, beliefs, or dreams you care about.

For each point, write one or two sentences about how a job or career could support or challenge it.

If you’re not sure how a job fits your values, ask someone who knows the field. They can give you real insight.

Friends and family may see things you’ve missed. Ask them what careers they think fit your goals and values.

For every job or offer you’re considering, write a sentence or two about how it might affect each of your top five values.

If a value doesn’t feel as important as it once did, it’s okay to let it go. Cross it out and focus on what still matters.

Go back over what you’ve written. Sometimes, taking a second look helps you see things more clearly.

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