Career news
Cath Freney, Careers and Future Pathways Coordinator
Career development
Parents have a great deal of impact when it comes to career development in children. Quite often the messages we give to our children are unconscious, and we may not be aware of their impact on behaviour. The ‘High Five’ career development principles were identified by Canadian career development specialists. The principles challenge parents to think about how they can communicate and model more effective career development messages and therefore engage in more effective career conversations with their children. These principles also form a key part of our Career 4sight Program at Shelford.
The High Five principles for career development
- Change is constant – Recognise that the world around you is constantly changing. Be open to change and remain alert to new opportunities.
- Follow your heart – Pursue your passion to find fulfilment. Discover ways to combine your interests with career opportunities.
- Focus on the journey – Don’t focus on one destination only. Recognise that your career journey will be throughout your lifetime. Appreciate and value each experience along the way.
- Access your allies – Rely on the support of your family, friends, mentors, colleagues and peers. Career success can be a team effort.
- Learning is ongoing – Strive for continuous improvement. Stay motivated by learning new skills and developing new talents.
Read more about the High Five principles in the attached document:
Cath Freney
Careers and Future Pathways Coordinator