www.careersmart.co.za

Career Guidanc e. www.careersmart.co.za.

[Audio] Welcome to Career Smart. Our Purpose is aligned to this quote by Steve Jobs. Extensive research has proven that if a person is passionate about what they do, they will look forward to going to work and have the ability to find the motivation to persevere regardless of the challenges they meet along the way..

[Audio] CareerSmart aims make the world a happier place by empowering people to find careers that they are passionate about in order to thrive and prosper..

[Audio] So why is career guidance so important? There are many students as well as employed individuals with no clear career direction. The main cause for this is a lack of career guidance and limited knowledge of future careers and other institutions of learning. Most students tend to choose common careers and choosing a career is a very important decision one can make. A person spends approximately 86 400 hours of their lives within a job, so why not choose a career that will not only make you happy but also allow you to thrive? The process of choosing a career is detailed and includes an individual's knowledge, interests, values, likes, dislikes, abilities, skills, strengths, weaknesses, the job market, institutions and much more. Research was conducted by the South African Institute of Race Relations –which shows that children or students who have emotional and practical support – has help with homework, subject choices, and later career guidance – are likely to do better in school and when entering the job market..

[Audio] According to statistics South Africa, the unemployment rate has reached a record high recently. Every year, there is a large number of matriculants as well as graduates who have no idea what to study or what career path to follow. Many South Africans never had the opportunity to gain career advice to make informed career choices. And it is important that people understand themselves better and research the job market and the opportunities available before making a choice. Good career guidance assessments are able to eliminate confusion and has been proven time and time again to be valid and reliable. Only if these assessments are done honestly and to the best of one's ability. These assessments will broaden your view and are able to guide you into making informed decisions on the most suitable career paths to follow. You will learn about careers that are aligned to your interests, knowledge, skills and personality type and guide you toward a career path where you are able to thrive..

[Audio] The Benefits of career guidance Identifies your career needs, your abilities, skills, strengths and weaknesses Explores your occupational interests in the world of work Links your interests of work to possible careers Broadens your view with career options that are aligned to your abilities, interests and personality Guides students in choosing subjects and good course choices Correct career guidance will leave you happy, satisfied and productive In turn, research has proven that the quality of career guidance is able to combat unemployment, high failure and drop out rates..

[Audio] If you are interested, get started in 7 easy steps: Step 1) Select an option from our career guidance offering on the careersmart website. Step 2) Order your option and make payment through our secure website Currently we have 3 options, option 1 is for students who are looking for a subject choices for grade 9, Option 2 is for students who are in grade 11 or 12, and Option 3 is for young adults aged 18- 30..

[Audio] Step 3) Once payment has been made, you will receive a link to book an initial meeting with a CareerSmart Qualified Psychometrist for a 30 minute virtual consultation Step 4) The Psychometrist will interview the candidate and provide information regarding the assessments and outcomes Step 5) The candidate will complete the assessment battery online, this will take about 4- 5 hours in total. And includes differential aptitude, personality and interest assessments. Step 6) A CareerSmart Qualified Psychometrist will prepare a personalized report combining all feedback and results Step 7) The report will be shared along with a link to book a 45- 60 minute virtual consultation with a CareerSmart Qualified Psychometrist where they explain the report, answer any questions and provide personalised career coaching. And following this, it is very important for you to do further research on the recommended careers and understand the necessary knowledge, skills and training required for these career paths. We also encourage job shadowing to get a better sense of what a potential career may entail before one makes a decision for the future..

[Audio] We look forward to helping you find your ideal career path, thank you..