A field of work is far more than a single jobit is an area in which many jobs or trades are possible! Once you have an idea of what field you want to work in, consider all the options within that field. For instance, if you want to work in healthcare, you could be a nurse or a doctor, of course, but you could also schedule appointments for patients, work in medical billing, or manage a physician's office. Or, if you study law, you may want to be a lawyer for a large law firm or a non-profit organization, or even write corporate compliance manuals. If you study computer science, you could consider working in retail tech support or becoming a CTO. While certain jobs may sound amazing in theory, it's important to know exactly what you're getting yourself into. Find out the day-to-day responsibilities for several jobs within the field to help you narrow down your options. Go to the National Career Service website to peruse job profiles for more than 800 positions. Think about whether you can picture yourself completing the tasks happily or if the work seem overwhelming or misaligned with your vision of a new career. For instance, you may absolutely love animals, but if you're squeamish about blood or needles, becoming a veterinary technician may not be right for you. However, a dog walker or pet groomer may be a better fit. It's important to choose a career that fits with your temperament and personality. Think about whether you enjoy interacting with other people and if you work better alone or in a group setting. Also, consider if you are a great leader or take direction well, and whether you enjoy planning things or like to go with the flow. You should also think how well you manage time, if you are detail-oriented or focus on the big picture, and if you enjoy coming up with new ideas. For instance, if you want to work with technology but don't enjoy being around other people or interacting with strangers, you could choose to work in development rather than marketing. Many skill sets translate to multiple fields or opportunities. Consider whether your education or experience will allow you to work in a related field. For instance, many teachers have a thorough understanding of the English language, and therefore make excellent editors and publishers. Alternatively, if you're super athletic and love sports, perhaps you would do well as a coach, a manager, or an announcer. One of the best ways to find out if a job is right for you is to actually work it! By signing up for an internship or apprenticeship, you'll get to see what the day-to-day experience in a certain field is like. You'll also make connections and meet other people in the industry. Do an online search to find internships or apprenticeships in the field you want to work in. Tap into your network and see if you have friends or family that work in the field. They may be able to help you find an internship, apprenticeship, or volunteer opportunity. Although you'll want to have a financially secure future, the expected income shouldn't be the only determining factor in your decision. Feel free to research potential incomes for a variety of jobs, but aim to choose one that you feel is the best fit for you, rather than simply picking the one where you'll make the most money. This will lead to you a fulfilling career.
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One-sentence summary -- Think of fields of work broadly. Research the responsibilities of several jobs within the field. Match your personal strengths and qualities with potential jobs. Consider non-conventional or cross-field work. Sign up for an internship or apprenticeship to see if it's a good fit. Try to avoid making a decision based on the money you'll make.

Find a newspaper that you like, and read it daily. With the advent of the web, this is actually a very easy task. Reading your local news is not enough, so try to focus on news at the country and world level. You want to know as much about the wider world as possible. You can even try reading several different daily newspapers. You might want to read commentaries on the news as well. Having view over different opinions is important for creating a general overview of what is happening in the world. You should read a variety of publications. Don't limit to yourself to one country's newspaper. Here are a few significant international publications: The India Times Le Monde The Asahi Shimbun The New York Times The Guardian Washington Post Jot down notes about areas of the world that you are interested in. These notes can be a solid foundation for your later research. For example, let's say that you have just read an article about ISIS. If you write down details about the countries ISIS occupies, such as Iraq and Libya, then you can find out more about how the current situation started. Stay critical. Do not necessarily take everything you read at face value. Notice the biases and omissions of different newspapers instead of simply taking in talking points. Tune in to a news radio broadcast. The BBC and NPR are both good places to get solid world news. Since both are publicly funded, they may not be as biased as other news sources. News radio is also helpful because you will receive guidance on how to pronounce names of important regions and people. Magazines like Harper's Magazine, The Atlantic, The Economist, Der Spiegel, and The New Yorker are good places to find out about what's happening in the world. You can probably find copies at your local library, but you can also opt to subscribe to the magazines you enjoy. These magazines will give you details about the events you have read about in the newspaper. They often run long-form articles that focus on a specific region or topic. These magazines have online versions as well. Peruse their archives and don't simply focus on the news of the day. A piece on classical music from the 1930s might lead you to a composer you've never heard of before. The more of these articles you read, then the more you will broaden your general knowledge. Writers in these magazines often write books as well. These books supply even more information about the topics that you have read about in magazines.
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One-sentence summary -- Follow the daily news. Take notes about key areas. Listen to news radio. Read current events magazines.

Dirt and dust can collect in the nooks and crannies of sofas and their cushions. Use the brush extension of the vacuum to lift dirt and reach difficult areas. This will make a cleaning solution that won't damage the coated leather. It's important to use a non-detergent soap so the coating on the furniture is not dulled by harmful chemicals. Dip one small part of the cloth into the solution at first. Make sure the cloth is just damp, not saturated. You might need to ring it out a little bit before using it. Make sure it's not an area that you can see normally on the piece of furniture. This will be your test spot to ensure that there's no marking or staining from your cleaning solution. Wait for it to dry or gently wipe it dry after a few moments. If there's no discoloration on the test patch, continue wiping the couch. Work from top to bottom, using large circular motions and re-moistening the cloth as needed. After applying the cleaning solution, go back over the couch with a cloth dipped in only water. Work from top to bottom again, using large circular motions. This will help remove any residue from the soap. Use a soft, microfiber towel to dry the furniture. Your couch should never be soaking wet, as saturation will cause irreversible damage to the material. Never use a hair dryer or fan to dry the leather. Although they might be quicker, they can cause dehydration of the leather. To replace natural oils that leather loses when it is cleaned, apply a leather cream using a clean cloth. Let the cream dry completely and buff to shine if needed. Avoid using DIY cleaning or conditioning solutions that include vinegar, as it can strip the glossy coating from the patent leather. Apply the vaseline or rubbing alcohol to a q-tip or paper towel and gently it rub into the stained area. Wipe the area dry after 15-20 seconds, and reapply if necessary until the stain disappears. After the stain is gone, wipe down the area with a damp cloth and dry it completely.
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Vacuum the entire surface area of the furniture piece. Add a few drops of non-detergent liquid soap to distilled water. Dampen a microfiber cloth in the cleaning solution. Wipe an inconspicuous spot on the furniture with the solution. Wipe the couch from top to bottom using your cleaning solution. Wipe the couch with just distilled water. Dry your patent leather furniture piece. Condition the leather to ensure it retains its softness. Use a small amount of vaseline or rubbing alcohol for tough stains.