Is There A Difference Between A Job And A Career?

I encourage teens to do what they love.  I believe that teens should do what they love when it comes to hobbies, community services, and employment.  So, when asked the question is there a difference between a job and a career my answer is a resounding yes.

A job is what you do to earn money but a career is a series of connected employment endeavors. Let me use myself as an example.  Since graduating from college many years ago I have been employed in various organizations working with various populations – families, pre-school and elementary school, pre-teens, teens and teen parents.  I have also volunteered in many different capacities, and just like my employment opportunities, they all fit perfectly in my social work career path.  All of my jobs have led me further down the same career track.