Career Pressure: Getting into Tech

Written by: Chigozie Paul

Career pressure is a real thing. Career pressure basically means when people face pressure to have a successful career. Usually, this pressure comes from external influence. Recently, the most prominent career pressure people have faced is joining Tech. Tech is the new oil. We get it. But it’s okay if you don’t want to go into Tech. Yes, we are the ones saying this.

Career raves are not new. At some point, it was banking. Then, it moved to the oil sector, especially in countries that are big exporters of oil and gas, and now, it is Tech. While it is essential to keep evolving, aligning your growth and transitions with what you want to do is critical.

In case you are one of those wondering why there is currently a career rave about Tech, here are three common reasons.

1. There are many available career paths in Technology to choose from:

The variety of job options and incredible flexibility in tech roles are astounding. There are so many opportunities in Tech, so people have many options to choose from.

2. Flexibility:

As technology advances, so does the concept of remote working. Jobs are becoming increasingly more flexible, and most tech companies understand the value of work flexibility and are less likely than many employers in other sectors to enforce a rigid 9–6 schedule.

3. Good Pay:

The demand for people with technical skills is high, and as a result, tech professionals are advantaged in earning astronomically high salaries. Although earnings will vary depending on the position, level, and geographical location, there are many advancement opportunities in Tech in terms of pay even for entry level professionals.

These reasons, regardless, succumbing to career pressure can be misleading and very frustrating. The world is becoming a virtual village, but instead of going head-on into Tech because people say it’s profitable, here are two things you could do.

1. Learn basic tech skills:

There are basic digital skills one can learn that can help keep ensure relevance in the workplace, such as proficiency in Microsoft word, PowerPoint presentations, essential excel skills, computer short-cuts etc.

2. Do a self-evaluation:

One thing we advise anyone looking to choose a career path to do is to do a self-evaluation. Find out what interests you, and from there, you can look for a relatable career path to toll. This trick is also applicable to other sectors.

Other tips that can help overcome career pressure are:

• Seek help: Engage the services of a career counsellor, go for career clarity sessions, seek mentors, and ask for guidance whenever you feel stuck.
• Take your time: A decision as huge as picking career should not be made in a haste. Bid your time. Take time to understand your journey first.
• Avoid comparison: No two people have the same journey. Stop comparing yourself. A lot of pressure people face is because they keep comparing themselves. Instead, appreciate your journey.
• Never be afraid of failure: Many people still need to figure it out. A large percentage of people, so, never be unwilling to try new things out. Try new things, and if they fail, dust yourself up and go again. It’s not easy, but it is possible.

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