I am an optimist.

If you are reading this, you will be successful.

Ha.  But maybe.

Here’s why: you are actively seeking  – or seeking on your young adult child’s behalf – how to succeed in the career world.

Historically, most people were ‘reactive’ to career change.  They got fired or let go.  Deciding to do something was a must.

Now, continual career navigation – my term for constantly, or at least periodically, evaluating your career – even in static times, is a must.

Why?

Stability does not exist for pretty much any career.

Be proactive.