To keep yourself well-adapted with the ever-changing trends of economy, setting a career goal becomes extremely important. And for this you need to have an ambition in life. More often individuals get confused regarding their career during school life because they are introduced to a diverse range of subjects and as a result of which they become indecisive when it comes to choosing a specific profession. Hoping for the best, we assume that 2012 will begin vibrantly with ample opportunities in jobs and many advanced disciplines will be introduced which will be highly preferred by youngsters and adults alike. Let's take a look at ways to set a target for achieving the most coveted goals of your life. Building a Prospective Career in the Year 2012 The economy has completely recovered from recession and employment opportunities have been renewed. You can anticipate a good career growth in future if you take your decisions wisely. With proper planning and guidance, you can definitely succeed in your life. So how do you set your goals? Here are some tips that will help you to understand and achieve your career goals for 2012. Vision: Think on What You Want Every individual is blessed with some inherent qualities, which need to be explored at the maximum. You must know what you want in life and then plan the road map accordingly. You can introspect on your potential to find out your aptitude and the type of career that would suit you. Therefore, give yourself sufficient time before taking any decision. Pursue higher studies in the subject you are keenly interested in or you can look for job opportunities related to that field. Make Contacts, Indulge in Networking The more credible contacts you make, the more information you gain. Register yourself in corporate networking sites, like LinkedIn and connect with resourceful people. You also get to know people of your field, who can provide you the necessary guidance. The Internet is right there before you, surf and gather information about the most prospective areas of the recent times. Knowledge mining is important because it will help in finding out the best career option for you. Mission: Chalk Out a Road Map Planning a road map is extremely important for reaching your aim in life. If you are unaware of the path that you should follow, then achieving your goal would be difficult. We shall cite some examples to understand this point in-depth. In order to become a doctor you must have complete information about the medical entrance tests and make the necessary preparation for passing the exams with a good score. Keep yourself updated about the reputed medical schools and then take admission after considering its infrastructure and course modules. Then you can plan for your higher studies and get a specialized degree. These were the steps that you have to cross in order to become a doctor. You can follow the same guideline to plan the road map for the career of your choice. Make Short Term Goals Often students after passing out from high school make short-term career goals and for this you can join jobs to earn quick money. This would be a break from studies and you can enjoy your job as well. Working at an early age adds experience to your abilities and it proves beneficial when you step into the corporate sector later. However, a short-term career goal doesn't always entail a job, you can also take up certificate, diploma, correspondence and online courses; and internships, which would be an additional qualification to your resume. Whether you are working or pursuing some course, short-term career goals always add value to your curriculum vitae. Plan for a Long Term Career When you are planning for a long-term career goal, you need to make certain speculations for predicting the prospects of your career in the near future by considering its negative as well as positive aspects. This concept should be scrutinized in-depth while starting a new business. Your career plan for long-term goals should be completely different from short-term goals. You should understand that you are taking a decision of lifetime that would make a lot of difference to your life. Financial security is an important matter to think upon while planning career goals. Apart from this, stability in life is also assured when you take wise decisions regarding your career. While making goals for a long time you have to set a deadline as well for achieving your targets within the specified period. I hope this short and crisp guide has provided the necessary guidelines for making a concrete career plan. Above all, you must have determination and will power to achieve your ambition. Last but not the least, I must say that avoid procrastination because it negates personal growth and development.