Nature of the Work :
Nature of the Work What type of field is this?
Why is this work done?
What good might it do?
Are there different career fields within this field?
What type of work environment is it?
What type of hours/days would I work?
Training :
Training What type of training is needed to perform this job?
What type of education is needed?
What is needed to advance?
Employment :
Employment What is the job outlook?
What are the job prospects?
What types of factors influence employment in this area?
Earnings :
Earnings What is the median starting salary?
What is the average salary?
What is the higher end of the salary scale in this area?
You should ask ALL of these questions when evaluating a career field.