This is one of the most important parts of the job search. We all wish we could do what we are most passionate about but that can be tough! Sometimes it’s really hard to break into that field, the salary isn’t what you need to support your family or you’re just not qualified…

My advice is to take some time for self-reflection and try to figure out a few career paths that would make you happiest! Obviously, there are some careers that may be pretty far reached (professional athlete, movie star, etc.) but look at what surrounds those fields and maybe you can find something that would still be a lot of fun. If you know people in certain fields/industries that you find interesting, talk to them! Get as much information as you can from them on what their day-to-day’s are like and if they can help you network and find companies that would be a good match.

I’m a big advocate of happiness and enjoying life…as most people are. In my opinion, if you can find a job that gives you a sense of purpose and personal fulfillment, your life will be that much happier and work will feel like less of a “job” and more of something that you are excited for. Nothing beats waking up every morning and feeling excited to get your day going!

What types of jobs have made you the happiest and what would your dream job be?