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4 common career mistakes to avoid in your 20s

TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - May 29, 2022, 12:00 IST
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Don't make these mistakes

You are young, active and strappy but what you ought to keep in mind are some of these career mistakes which people in their 20s tend to make often! Like they say, it is better to be safe than worry later. Scroll down and make sure that you do not make these 4 career mistakes.

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You believe that you have only one career choice

This is a myth that you can make only one career choice. In fact you must have that flexibility to change your career path as per circumstances and choices. You should always have a fall back career choice and this pandemic indeed has taught us that.

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Not indulging in what makes you happy

What makes you happy is everything at the end. If you are not happy with your career then there is no point doing it. You will exhaust yourself, become grumpy and always be unhappy no matter how much money you make. That self satisfaction will always look unachievable. While choosing a career, focus on what you know you are good at.

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You think investments can happen later

It is actually the opposite. It is in your 20s when it is advised to be the right time to learn about investments. You learn now and implement it so that you are never begging people for money. As per financial experts, the 50-30-20 rule works. Here 50 % of your salary goes into needs, 30% on wants and 20% into savings. Do this monthly and you are sorted. If you can save a little more, even better!

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You avoid networking

Today, social media has become a necessary evil. But you need to be there for your own future. You never know who comes in hand and when. Also, start talking to different people in different walks of life. Attend some of those parties because there will be people from everywhere. Make a strong network of professionals.


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