Finding your passion is almost as easy as finding loose change in the sofa. It takes a bit of digging, but it's really not all that difficult to find.
More years ago than I wish to admit, I was a public relations director for an interstate motorcoach company. It was one of the best jobs I ever had! I truly looked forward to going to work every day. And why? Because I got to work with other people who truly loved what they were doing. I also provided a service by organizing wonderful get-away vacations for senior citizens who loved to take bus trips with groups of their friends.
And best of all, I had the opportunity to provide a public service to nursing home patients by organizing day trips through the fall colors, or to view the spring blossoms for those individuals who may not see more than the walls of their hospital rooms for the rest of their lives.
I felt fulfilled. I felt complete. I felt useful and contributive. And I was happy!
My passion is helping people. I was a school teacher and a trainer. I am a career coach, an executive coach, a business consultant to small business owners. I love working with people. Helping people. So, each and every job I have had has been a reflection of that passion.
So, you're looking for your passion? Take a moment for some self-examination. Ask yourself:
- in each job I've had, what has truly made me feel useful?
- the last time I came home tired but happy, what made me feel that way?
- what do I believe success looks like for me?
- am I passionate about people? service? building things? using my hands or my brain?
- what motivates me? what makes me happy?
1 comment:
Well written, dear communication major. It sounds like you've hit your stride. I wish you all the best in achieving your goals.
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