Do you love your work? Or, as is more common, do you
tolerate your work? Do you go the office everyday feeling
motivated, inspired, and excited to face the day? Or do you
dread the "daily grind"?
Let's face it: finding employment isn't just about getting
a job. It's about getting a job that you will enjoy, that
will stimulate you mentally and challenge you in all the
right ways. A job that satisfies all your passions. A job
that, well, doesn't feel like work!
But finding a job like this is harder than it may seem. In
fact, it can be hard even to decide what career is right
for you. Here are the key considerations to keep in mind as
you set about charting the course of your career:
* Do what you love. Think about what you do in your spare
time. Think about your hobbies. What do you do at night,
after work? What do you do on the weekend? The ideal career
is one which allows you to combine a professional
livelihood with your hobbies and passions. For example,
let's say you come home every night and start flipping
through fashion magazines. Maybe you love shopping for
clothes on the weekends. If so, why not consider a career
in the fashion magazine industry? If you enjoy collecting
antique furniture at thrift stores and flea markets, maybe
you should think about working at a store where you can,
purchase, refurbish and resell furniture. The point here is
that your work will never seem like work if it is an honest
reflection of your true interests.
* Don't apply for a job just because others think you
should. Never let other people sway what might be the most
important decision in your professional life. If you are a
college senior, for example, and all your friends are
applying to banking jobs, it doesn't mean you have to do
the same. Consider your individuality and your unique
interests, and then apply to jobs that are relevant to your
life.
* Think about all aspects of a career path—good and
bad. Perhaps you are jealous of a friend who has a great
career as a lawyer—you like everything about his or
her job, including the salary, the perks and the
high-powered nature of the job. There's just one problem:
you hate working long hours, and you know you'll never be
happy with a job that keeps you at the office until 11 p.m.
When you're considering careers, don't just think about the
positive aspects, like power, money or reputation. Also
consider the amount of hard work and sacrifices you are
going to have to make—and decide whether or not it's
worth it to you.
* Pick a career that fits your lifestyle. Are you a mom or
dad with three kids, a new house, a dog and lots of
commitments? If so, then it may be a bad idea to take on a
job that requires two weeks of travel each month, or that
is going to require you to move to a foreign country at the
drop of a hat. Lifestyle considerations are important even
if you don't have kids, of course. No matter what your
circumstance, always keep in mind that various careers may
have a significant impact on your living situation, your
social life, your free time, and so on. Be sure to choose a
career that fits well into your established
lifestyle—or, if your desired career is going to
necessitate a big change, make sure you are prepared for it.
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