Hi
Friends,
Check
out the article published in Afternoon Newspaper on Career Planning for Entrepreneurship
written by Farzad Minoo Damania – Founder and Career Counsellor @ Career
Nurturer
Article
Discussion on: Career Planning for Entrepreneurship
Article
Date: 17th August 2013
Article
in: Afternoon Newspaper
Article
Author: Farzad Minoo Damania
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| Career Planning for Entrepreneurship - Article by Farzad Minoo Damania in Afternoon Newspaper |
You
can read the entire transcript of the article below:
As a career counsellor and
corporate trainer, Farzad came across many students and professionals who ask him
how to get into an entrepreneurial role. Here are few pointers given by Farzad
for our youth that can help in their career and professional development.
How to get started in your career?
To be successful in your job or business, it is very important that you
plan your career path prudently. Career Planning is a lifelong,
continuous and an ongoing process. This
process assists in understanding what kind of job/business you would like to
do. It involves discovering your abilities and interests, planning your career goals,
and creating action plans to achieve your goals. Do not follow the
herd-mentality of taking courses in college according to what your friends are
pursuing. Make a wise decision by understanding what is right for you, and accordingly
choose your career field. Reach out to a career counsellor for guidance.
Do
you have it in you?
Here are some skills that you
should possess or develop as an entrepreneur: strong leadership skills,
out-of-box thinking, analytical decision making, risk taking ability, strong
negotiation skills, and good networking and interpersonal skills. And remember,
you should be passionate in your work and be focussed towards achieving your
goals.
When
to plunge into an Entrepreneurial Role?
After completing your graduation
and post-graduation, it will be very helpful if you get an opportunity to work
for around 5 to 6 years as a full time employee in the corporate world. This
will give you the corporate exposure and understanding of how an organization
functions. Now that you have gained knowledge of the industry, you can pursue
your dream of starting your own business venture.
How
to go about it?
Here are some basic steps that you
can follow: 1) Explore and identify your business idea. 2) Write a business
plan. 3) Research your market and check your competition. 4) Deal with legal
matters, financial assistance and get an office location. 5) Develop a
marketing plan … Good Luck!!!
For
all your career queries, reach out to me on farzad.damania@gmail.com or
9833971773.
Your
feedback is highly appreciated.
Best
Regards,
Farzad
Minoo Damania
Career
Counsellor & Corporate Trainer
Career
Nurturer
Email: farzad.damania@gmail.com
Mob:
9833971773
