How did you all find what it was you were meant to do in life?

How did you all find what is was you were meant to do in life?

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  1. Anonymous

    I think it's safe to say that a good majority of us never do.

  2. Anonymous

    I always loved movies, music, anything entertain entertainment related. I knew that I’d always wanted to work at a studio despite naysayers. I should point out that I live in LA and then when I got my first job after college, I said that I would give it a year and then go work at the studios.

    And I did. I’ve been in the industry, one way or another ever since. I’m one of thousands of people that work on every project and my work doesn’t get credited in movies. But odds are at some point in your life my work has touched you.

  3. Sue Gordon- retired Career Coach

    I believe there are many things in life you can do and even enjoy. For most of us, there is no “one thing” that will bring us fulfillment at work.

    Start by examining those skills you enjoy using— at work or at home or volunteering. Do any sectors/industries intersect you. Can you apply those skills in that area?

    If you are in a job you don’t enjoy,

    is there any aspect you do like, and can you do more of that?

    A career counselor or coach can help. And there are a ton of books out there.

    Think about your values, skills, interests and personality and try things that “fit” in those categories.

    Good luck, and remember life is about trial and error, so give yourself grace if something ends up being not right for you.

  4. OLIVIA JOHNSON

    Hi there,

    Profound question! Most struggle with this question as we go through life.

    I am of the belief that we all know what that thing is. The challenge is that it does not mean that there is a specific career but that it is a specific passion or theme behind what fulfills us. This means that it could be several different careers but could all possibly tie to your passion.

    Here are some prompting questions:
    What are the things I enjoy doing?
    What things do I do naturally?
    What do others come to me for help with?

    My story, I was told I was a Life/Career Coach my whole life. From a kid studying people and attempting to read psychology books and asking questions, to high school I recall my family and friends coming to me for help on their resumes, even in a totally different career in finance I still found myself mentoring and in some cases managing the programs in career development for interns and recent grads. I basically couldn't and haven't been able to help myself throughout my life in helping people maneuver their career development, questions and challenges.

    So, my advice is to take the pressure off finding this one specific career and focus in on the underlying theme of what fulfills you! Then take a look at the possible careers (plural) that you would be interested in and maybe even fit within your desired lifestyle, or specific clients/customers you want to help, or even financial needs, could all be part of your assessment.

    Hope this helps.

    Coach Olivia

  5. Marquisha Thomas

    Lots of trial and error, and prayer. Your heart also tells you what's fulfilling to you…trust your gut!

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