Common examples of career goals include earning an education to support a position in a specific industry, developing a detailed career objective, becoming a manager or supervisor and opening one's own business. It's best that an individual take time to review and readjust career goals as needed.
An individual might need a specific education or certification for his chosen career, such as a Bachelor of Arts degree or a master's degree. Depending on the career, it might be necessary for the individual to first gain professional experience before she can qualify for a higher level of education.
An example of a career objective is "utilizing professional abilities and training in a start-up company that's committed to making positive changes in the community and industry before earning professional certification." An individual should always be as specific as possible when creating a career objective.
By becoming a manager or supervisor, an individual has a chance to see how proficient she is at helping employees grow and running a department or store alone. Gaining experience in a higher position can also serve as a stepping stone for self-employment or entrepreneurship.
Another career goal is to open one's own business. For this goal, an individual needs expert-level knowledge of the industry and a sense of ingenuity.
