CAREER COACH

My parents want me to be a doctor. I have no interest. Which fields do you think will be in demand in the future?

Parents want their kids to be trophies as they proudly boast, “he’s a doctor, he’s a lawyer — they’re both dentists!” If they have three kids and one in each, that’s like parent nirvana. But if I told you that the most soughtafter job in the future is going to be sitting like a zombie in an autonomous car, would you do it? Besides, do you know who is right about predicting the future? No one. And simply saying “do what you love” is only part of the equation. You need to do what you love and what you are also great at — or can become great at. I can’t answer what that is, but to thine own self be true.

At an interview, the manager was super relaxed and made me feel we were friends. Then I got feedback that he thought I was too casual. Should I have been formal despite the tone?

Well, generally it is most effective to mirror the style of the interviewer — it helps to make a connection. I try to create a relaxed tone, but one time a recent graduate started dropping “F” bombs. So, like, dude, you can take it too far. Some managers are just bad interviewers and aren’t self-aware, and a few play stupid tricks, which is just weak and pathetic. Try to reflect the style set by the interviewer without letting your guard down. Remain professional and stay on message. Gregory Gian grande is a chief human resources and communications officer in the mediaindustry.E-mailyourcareer questionstogotogreg@nypost.com. Follow Greg on Twitter: @gregg ian grande. His Goto Greg podcast series is avail ab leo ni Tunes.