Research is More than Just Books When I think of research, I might see myself in the library digging into volumes of books. But research is more than just books. There are many different ways to study, and there are many places I can go to find out what I need to know. For example, when I meet a friend for coffee, I might talk about some of the choices I’m considering. My friend might share something with me that changes my whole perspective. Research is gathering information anywhere, anytime, with anyone. I can get information from:
People: Medias and Mediums:
– People I know – Newspapers
– People in the occupation – Books
–  Career counselors and career consultants – Magazines
– Employers – Videos
– Teachers/instructors/professors – Audiotapes
– Coaches – Computer programs
– Druggists – Self-study and distance learning materials
– Postal Carriers – T.V. specials
– Dentists – Radio
– Doctors – Trade Journals
– Chiropractors – Company annual reports
– Former employers – Libraries
– Co-workers – Labour Market
– Casual acquaintances – Information Centres
– Supervisors – Career Information Hotlines
– Hairstylists – Special interest groups
– Clerks, customers, servers, bus/cab drivers – Educational institutions
– Family – Private vocational schools
– Friends – Workshops and Conventions
– Relatives – Community organizations and agencies
– Parents of children’s friends – Businesses
– Workshop participants and speakers – Unions
– Volunteers, members, coordinators and associates – Professional and Trade Associations 
– Bus passengers and sports spectators – Newspaper, radio, television and internet
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