If you could start your career over again, what direction would you take?

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A hiring manager will be able to tell a lot about your personality by learning about your other career interests. Maybe you would be a scientist or writer? This is the time to show a little more of your personality. If you could do anything over, what would you do, and why?

"I certainly do not regret the direction I have taken my career; however, if I had to completely start over in a new direction I would likely pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering and become an Engineer. Both of my parents were Engineers and they seemed to have a very fulfilling career. They showed me some of the projects they completed and I was very impressed. I enjoy analytics and research which I tend to do a lot of in my role as an educator."

"I am very satisfied with the direction my career has taken. If I could change anything I would perhaps have furthered my education to include a Masters' degree in Elementary Education. This is something I hope to still pursue down the road."

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"My duel career path has been one that I would not change. Having had the opportunity to work and succeed in the business world as a Marketing Director, has enabled me to travel the world and use my creative talents successfully. My teaching has been my passion. Imparting my love for teaching, watching children develop and succeed, embracing a love of learning in my students has been so gratifying. Whether they have been in pre-school or high school, my ability to adapt and understand that each child is different has made this experience one I enjoy immensely."