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A Career That Works For You

In this job market more and more people are turning to alternate lines of work as a result of being laid off or the instability of their company. This led me to think about the types of jobs I would turn to. Well, truth be told…..if I were to lose my job I would take the first one that was offered to me in order to bring some form of income into my household BUT if I had my druthers I would be a bit choosier. So the question still remains – “What type of job would I be drawn to if I had my choosing?”

For this I sat and pondered for a bit. How to choose a career? Some people will tell you to list your talents and interests and find a job that has both. Interesting… While there are many things I am capable of doing that doesn’t necessarily mean I want to do them day in and day out. Sometimes an interest is simply a hobby that is best enjoyed periodically rather than daily. Then there are those things that I just wouldn’t do no matter how much you paid me.

Another thought crossed my mind – “What if my interests and talents combined do not exist in a career?” Well, I guess I could treat it as a niche market and start my own venture but maybe entrepreneurialism isn’t my cup of tea (I really don’t like tea but the saying fit). What am I to do? Still, I thought there must be something to this. Of course I want to do something I would enjoy but I don’t want to tire of it easily.

Another way to find what you enjoy is to list what you consider to be your stand out accomplishments or the things you are most proud of. Once this list is made look at each of them and jot down the tasks or types of action items required to complete the accomplishment. Again, look for commonalities in these action items. You may find that you truly like to work with your hands or problem solve or even work with groups of people. This could truly be an eye opener for you.

Still another way to determine your perfect job is to write down in diary style your absolute worst job including dress code, co-workers, tasks, office space, vacation time, work hours etc… and the exact opposite, by default, is your best job.

Well, well in doing all of these exercises I have found that I am truly a multi-passioned person. I like change, monotony is a slow and painful death for me. I also have a tendency to lose interest quicker than others so variety is key for me. I can not stand boredom so the freedom to do more than my typical responsibilities entail is important. I enjoy working alone as well with others, working with my hands, problem solving, crafting, creating, writing, organizing, learning and many other “action items” I was unaware of.

I am currently in a great job that allows me to fulfill many of my “action items” so I don’t intend on leaving BUT if I was forced to be on my merry way then I have a pretty good picture of what would be the best fit for me. Now it’s your turn….are you doing what works for you?

I invite you to peruse this blog to find some interesting career choices that might just be your next adventure. You might just be one who enjoys change. A single career might not be for you. Embrace it and taste all that life has to offer.