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September, 2016 l Working World l WorkingWorld.com 13 Vocational Aptitude Test]. Alternatively, they can conduct a self- assessment; they can use the plethora of career books designed to help with this task. In fact, there are a myriad of helpful books, the most famous of which is, Richard Bolles, "What Color is Your Parachute." In addition, they can seek expert help from career counselors, career coaches or, when warranted, psychologists or other mental health professionals. These professionals use a variety of techniques to determine the talents of candidates. Also, career counselors, career coaches and executive coaches can guide candidates on how to go about planning their career to achieve professional success. PSYCHOANALYTICALLY-INFORMED CAREER ASSESSMENT People who are unhappy in their work-life may be uncertain as to where to turn for help. They may have seen career counselors or career coaches or read self-help books and found that their difficulties did not yield to these interventions. Individuals may be stymied in their careers not only because they lacked career development and job hunting skills but also because they were driven by unconscious factors outside of their awareness. Psychoanalytically-Informed Career Assessment, developed in 2000 by Dr. Lynn Friedman, aims to understand the unconscious factors that create conflicts and identify ways to resolve these conflicts. Focused on individuals who seek career counseling, but end up undermining the process, Psychoanalytically-Informed Career Assessment explores whether the conflicts seen in their careers or career counseling sessions are repeated elsewhere in their lives, for example in school, or with their parents. Interventions for these individuals might include one or all of the following: career counseling, psychotherapy or psychoanalysis. Career assessment, in the form of tests and other structured and unstructured tools, can be very useful for those who are uncertain about the array of career possibilities. However, there are some drawbacks to each. At best, the results of individual career assessments provide targeted information that may not address a particular individual's needs. In addition, some of the best individual assessment tools require the help of a qualified professional to ensure the results are interpreted correctly and usefully. Also, many of the tests are based on the person's view of himself or herself. If someone is not self-aware, the results may not be accurate. Many times they do not take into account that people have natural blind spots. The test is only as good as its user and individuals are often not clearly aware of their own strengths and weaknesses. TIPS People rarely know right away what career they should be in and it takes most people several years to settle into the path they will follow. Don't feel like you're behind! If you don't like your career, change it! Sometimes it takes more work, especially if you're older, but it's possible for anyone. It's not the end of the world if you choose a career that isn't something you dreamed of doing ever since you were little. If you have a job that doesn't make you miserable but which securely provides for your and your family's future, you will be surprised how happy you feel about your life and career. Listen to your heart. You never know what you are good at! Just spend more time with yourself and get to know about yourself. The better you know yourself, the better the choice. JOB OPPORTUNITIES Telemarketers Full Time and Part Time Available Salary + Commission + Daily CASH Bonuses! Sign up Bonus! Call today for more details! Great Way to Make Lots of Money Fast! West LA/Culver City Location 310-645-8080 or 800-615-7737 Telemarketers Top Agents Earn Over $1,000 Per Week! Home Improvement Company looking for people with ANY telemarketing and canvassing experience.