Design thinking for your professional journey
A career cannot be planned like a construction project – it is a dynamic, evolving process. That’s where the concept of career design comes in, inspired by design thinking: not a rigid plan, but an iterative approach based on experience, ongoing reflection, and adaptability. In a world where job profiles vanish and new ones emerge, planning becomes an illusion. We ourselves change – through experiences, shifts in values, or evolving needs. Therefore, instead of a detailed map, we need an inner compass to guide us. This compass is made of what remains stable: our strengths, talents, and interests.
A compass instead of a map
Career design means shaping the future not by prediction but through active creation – with a willingness to experiment and embrace detours. Those who base their career on personal resources can respond flexibly to change and remain empowered. This way, a career evolves iteratively – like good design: by testing, learning, and refining.
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