How would you compare a career in social work with elementary school teaching? Given that underlying values overlap so much, how might you decide which would spark more passion, happiness, and success? (Not that any career is perfect.) [more inside]
posted by elephantsvanish on Nov 22, 2012 - 12 answers

What could I study, learn, and eventually do (for a career or otherwise) that would help the most amount of people in the most meaningful way? [more inside]
posted by makethemost on Jun 3, 2011 - 27 answers

How can I make a career out of teaching resourcefulness and self-reliance? [more inside]
posted by danceswithlight on Dec 13, 2010 - 7 answers

I feel like a career change. I need help brainstorming the possibilities. Which careers do you think may meet my skills and requirements? [more inside]
posted by speedoavenger on Aug 23, 2009 - 8 answers