How to find your dream job
New Delhi:
20-something? Unhappy with your job but not
sure what exactly you want to do? Well, you are not alone. There are
millions like you out there who are working just for the sake of it and
don't really know what they want to do. This is a common issue with
millennials. They are hard workers but are largely clueless about what
they want to do. In a study published by Harvard Business Review in
2016, it was found that 21% millennials in US had left their jobs in the
preceding year and were open to new and different jobs.
The
confusion about career and jobs often arises from our own confusion
about our priorities and interests. We as a generation have grown
listening to constant discourse on financial and job security. This
makes it difficult for us to dissipate our doubts and zero down the
career path we wish for ourselves. It often holds us back from taking
risks. Though the start-up culture has changed the scene to some extent
but it is still difficult for youngsters.
Here we have come up with 5 points which will help narrow down your search and help you land your dream job.
How to find your dream job
Find your strengths:
It's easy. Just sit down and make a list of things which you are good
at, which you count as your strength. You might be good at anything if
you work hard but often there are things which come naturally to you. If
need be talk to people you have worked with people or have interned for
and you will be able to create a list of your strengths. Do not go
online and look for a list of strengths.
Confidence factor:
Look at your strengths and see which industries or jobs fit perfectly
with your strengths. Now assess your confidence level in those
industries and job roles. If your confidence level is above 75% then you
are good to go. The key to excelling at a job is how confident you feel
while performing it.
Satisfaction:
It is very important that you feel satisfied with what you do. For this
you need to know your priorities. If you are somebody who is highly
motivated toward helping the society, you won't be happy in a corporate
job which leaves no room for social work. So keep your priorities in
life in mind while looking for a job.
Personal and Professional growth:
During your job search also keep in mind that there is scope for
personal and professional growth. Even your dream job wouldn't seem so
lucrative if you are stuck in the same role or position for the years to
come. There should always be learning factor involved.
Company Culture:
While looking for your dream job, also keep in mind that your growth in
a company depends hugely on the company culture. Go for an industry or a
company where the work culture resonates with your personal values.
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