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How to Find Complete Career Happiness

How to Find Complete Career HappinessDo you dread going to work every day? Does your job require long hours of unfulfilling work but your 6 figure paycheck makes up for the misery you endure during the work week? Do you find yourself questioning whether you should stay or go? Before you make any decisions, ask yourself these questions:

  1. Is money everything?
  2. What makes me happy?
  3. Am I living a life of fulfillment?

Expensive cars and vacation homes are only one measure of success. Take a moment, and visualize yourself in a state of complete happiness and joy. What are you doing? Are you attending your kid’s soccer game? Are you fixing something or solving a problem? Are you doing something you love — but never had the chance to do because of overwhelming job-related commitments? Sit back and reevaluate what is most important to you.

The most important gauge of career success is your happiness. Do you really love your work? Do you wake up every morning excited to tackle any obstacle that comes your way? If not, then it is time to make a career change. If you are not sure in which direction you would like to head next, a career coach can help you manage your career with intention and find happiness through a rewarding position that provides more than just a paycheck.

It is possible to love your job and feel fulfilled by your work. It is completely normal and possible for anyone who wants to make it happen. First, you must look inside yourself to identify your interests and natural talents. Once you identify a valid, marketable skill, develop a strategy to achieve your goal. The most important thing is to discover and recognize your passions and then follow them with conviction.

It is not only your right to manage your career, but your obligation. You owe it to yourself. You CAN have a job that is satisfying that also meets your financial needs. Each of us must manage our career, making conscious decisions to move us towards our career goals. Pursuing your happiness is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Once you experience happiness in all aspects of your life, you will reach that level of complete fulfillment that attracts the same energy from those around you. What are you waiting for? 2013 is the time to take control of your career and find a position that provides satisfaction and takes care of your financial needs.

The Formula to Finding True Career Happiness

How do you define your personal career success? Is it in terms of title or salary; recognition for your contributions; knowing that you are helping others?   A job that provides you with the opportunity to work from home or provides the flexibility so that you can attend your children’s events?   There is no right answer. We each have our own definition of success.   And the good news is — we can each have it if we manage our careers with intention.happycareer

To be effective, your job search should be forward-facing.   Determine where you are now and where you want to go. You will not be pigeonholed by your past career experience, unless you allow it to happen.

  1. To start, identify your ideal career position that will meet your financial goals and aligns with your skills, interests and natural talents.  
  1. Then, develop the proper tools to establish your personal brand. A strong resume and cover letter and online presence will help you stand out from the competition.  
  1. Next, compile a list of targeted companies that need what you offer, and learn as much as you can about them. Do not limit yourself to open job postings or spend too much time on job boards.  
  1. Finally, you need to put in consistent and focused effort. The most effective job search strategy is a structured approach that combines face-to-face and online networking to provide warm introductions to the decision makers.  

You CAN have a job that is satisfying and sustainable that also meets your financial needs. Not sure where to begin?   Give us a call at 860-658-6480 and we’ll help you out.

Trish Thomas founded The Resume Resource in 2009 to help people develop the tools, strategies and confidence to build satisfying careers. As a Career Coach and Resume Writer, she helps her clients articulate their unique value to stand out from the competition, and guides them through the job search process to make it less overwhelming and more successful. Contact us to see how we can help you build a more rewarding career. www.the-resume-resource.com