Making a decision regarding one’s career involves much more than just black and white answers to questions. Facing both real and perceived challenges forces an examination of one’s goals, values, skills, personality and resources. Obstacles, defined by Merriam-Webster, are anything that stands in the way of progress or achievement. No career development professional would wish any such hindrance on a client, but if the client doesn’t have obstacles, they wouldn’t need the help of a professional, would they?
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FOCUS ON: The Biggest Obstacle is You
Some people are aware that they are their own biggest obstacle. Others need the help of coaches to come to this realization. Answering a few questions, such as the following, may aid the identification of the obstacle: (1) Do you avoid taking responsibility? (2) Do you value finishing what you start? (3) Are you comfortable with indecisiveness? Read more questions and strategies for overcoming the biggest obstacles.
CAREER SPOTLIGHT: Neurosurgeon
Obstacles to starting on a career path vary and involve an examination of skills, experience, and sometimes luck. Preparing for such challenges may help. One poll ranked neurosurgeon as the most difficult to get into, with astronaut and special forces operator close behind. View the rankings and the reasons at StrawPoll.
FOR PRACTITIONERS: Perceived Barriers to Therapy
A variety of internal barriers to seeking the services of private practitioners were reported by patients. These include prior negative therapeutic experience, such as not being understood by the practitioner. Self-reported barriers are important to review, as they can affect the treatment goals. Read more in the study published by the National Library of Medicine.
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES: Getting Accepted
“What if my preferred school won’t accept my application?” Any client that is considering pursuing higher education may feel overwhelmed by the application process. Studies confirm that the process is stressful. Clients can be helped with tips such as redirecting their energy somewhere more productive rather than worrying about getting accepted. Clients may also appreciate being able to search for the acceptance rates of individual institutions.
TOP TEN: Common Career Challenges
Knowing the potential obstacles that affect career goals may help with the generation of solutions that support progress. Not surprisingly, a lack of experience hinders many job seekers, as does fear and burnout. Getting help from a professional with addressing self-doubt or goal clarity may reduce the impact of the challenge. Read all ten from Indeed.
QUOTES
"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.” ~ Henry Ford
“The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it.” ~ Molière
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