Teaching your child how to make responsible decisions is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. With so many factors to consider, it can be hard to know where to start when helping them with choosing a career path. Young people simply don’t know what professional choices there are out there, so adults can really help.
Speak to their teachers about your child’s strengths and weaknesses as they can often provide crucial insight. Teach your child that it’s okay to ask for advice on questions such as what subjects to take from trusted adults when they’re unsure about what to do.
Other ways parents can help include exposing them to lots of different activities and experiences to help them understand where their strengths and weaknesses lie, and to find them a mentor who can be a positive role model for their child.
