Many people want to work in business, whether out of a genuine interest for the industry of business or because they want to eventually run their own company and want to become better informed and educated into how it all works. There are more to running a business than simply setting one up and waiting for customers, which is why there are so many different jobs and roles within companies and firm all around the world. If you’re struggling to decide whether a career in business is right for you, here are some key tips to help you.
- Think about the area of business you want to work in
There are various different areas you can work in, from managing companies to being a consultant for different businesses. You can even work in the finance sector of a business, or focus more on the customer relations aspect. Once you know this, you can choose whether you want to do a general business course or complete a course, which focuses more on a certain aspect of business.
- Decide whether you need qualifications
Some jobs you will need qualifications for, but if you’re already working and don’t think you have time to go back into full-time education; there are various other options. You can do a business course part-time, or simply study at home yourself without getting any formal qualifications. Of course, many employers want to see evidence of study and qualifications, so you can look into getting business qualifications online.
- Consider starting your own business
In order to start your own business, you need a lot of money and time on your hands. You can get business loans or ask a family member to lend you money, or if you plan far enough in advance, you can save up ready for the time when you want to start up your own company. Not everybody wants to start his or her own business, mainly due to the stress, cost and time, which is involved. While it can be very rewarding, the time isn’t always right, so working for somebody else can be a better option.
- Is it something you really love?
You should always choose to work in an industry which you find genuinely interesting and that you can picture yourself working in for a very long time. Think about the tasks that you’ll be doing, and think about the things that you might not like very much. As well as rewarding and exciting times, you will also go through less exciting and more mundane times, and you should be prepared for both of these equally.
- Check the requirements for the type of job you want
For some jobs, you have to have a university degree or an appropriate education, while others are more lenient. Some jobs might not require you to study, while others will require experience before they will even offer you an interview. Check the job description and requirements for your ideal job and then start working towards getting everything together so that you have everything that is needed to apply for the job.
Daryl Green 
Barbara Ratliff