ive, or indifferent. They leave for reasons such as "more money, greater enjoyment, more advancement, more creativity, more challenge, interesting work, long term potential, and as a result of downsizing or layoffs, lack of motivation, and lack of interest" (Gradview & Hobson, 1996, page 4). According to Carson and Carson, " ... one in ten workers actually change jobs each year because they do not identify with or feel emotionally attached to their jobs. It was also stated by the U.S. Department of Labor that people will switch professions at least three times (Gradview & Hobson, 1996, page 4). If an individual is not careful about the career they choose, they will be forced into a working environment that does not meet their interest, which can cause physical and mental health problems, not to mention a stressful work place. Quite often, these factors can end up in premature termination of the career choice. A person should always prepare a back-up career plan in case they are not satisfied with their current position. For those who have never been employed, two plans of action should be in place upon the completion of college. Statistics show that recent college graduates have difficulty finding jobs in their degree field once they have graduated. If a situation like this should occur, then the individual will already have their second plan of action that could be initiated. Those who have had a career and are dissatisfied with it should look for employment elsewhere and start all over again. In determining the next job, a person should re-evaluate himself or herself by doing a self-assessment. "Find out your strengths, weaknesses, skills, experiences, knowledge, and then decide what profession appeals to you" (page 6). After that, develop another job strategy method and choose the one that best fits their interests. Compare them to the previous job and then accept the position in the company that possesses the best career...
