Having career goals is super important if you want to grow and progress. They give you a sense of direction and purpose in your job. And once you’ve set them, you can measure your progress and success, and that always feels pretty good. Plus, having career goals can give you that motivation and drive to work towards something that can benefit your life and happiness. 

But working out what exactly your career goals are can be a bit tricky, so here are a few steps to help you out: 

1. Think about what you truly love doing and what you're good at. Once you've identified your passions, you can start thinking about how they can benefit your career. 

2. Take a look at your career skills and experience. Think about what you've already accomplished and what skills and experience you've gained along the way. This can give you an idea of the types of roles and responsibilities you'd do well at in the future. 

3. Research your industry and the roles you want to work toward. Look into the types of companies, their culture and their structure. This will help you identify the types of organisations that will align with your values and goals. 

4. Once you've got a clear idea of your career goals, it's time to take action! This might mean seeking out new opportunities, whether on your own or with a specialist recruiter, or seeking to take on additional responsibilities in your current role. 

5. Continuously review and adjust your goals as you progress, learning from your experiences and gaining new insights.

Remember, whatever your goals are, if you stay focused and motivated, you'll be well on your way to achieving them! 

In summary, having career goals is key for professional growth, personal development and a sense of fulfilment. It's important to identify your passions, skills and experiences, research your industry and roles and take action to achieve your goals. With clear career goals, you can move forward with confidence and purpose, knowing that you're working towards something that matters to you. 

About Simone Storey

Simone is an experienced Recruitment Consultant who specialises in recruiting intermediate through to management-level engineers, particularly in the structural, civil, mechanical and fire sectors. These particular sectors provide unique recruitment challenges, something with which she is very familiar.

Her background also brings a results-oriented and people-focused perspective, along with a solid understanding of the needs of both employer and employee. Simone has a focus on building these relationships to add value for both candidate and employer alike, for her recruitment is not merely a transaction.