Inspiring Quotes of the Week...
Life Transition: Beginning a New Career
Commentary by Peter Shepherd
“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.” ~ Steve Jobs
We may find ourselves dwelling on such matters as our career paths and our vocational satisfaction, feeling trapped and unhappy yet afraid to break out and try something different. But we can take heart... we are stronger than we believe; however desperate circumstances may seem, there is a path forward whereby all things remain possible.
“What we fear doing most is usually what we most need to do.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Making a big life change is usually pretty scary. But you know what's even scarier? Regret.
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” ~ C. S. Lewis
As long as you've got passion, faith and are willing to work hard, you can do anything you want in this life.
“You have to do what you love to do, not get stuck in that comfort zone of a regular job. Life is not a dress rehearsal. This is it.” ~ Lucinda Basset
Nothing more stressful and depressing than going to work when it just doesn't cut it anymore... if it doesn't align with your values, doesn't utilize your potential, or you are simply overrun repeating the same old formula. If it doesn't light your fire, look for something better.
“Why not go out on a limb? That's where the fruit is.” ~ Mark Twain
And Confucius: "Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life."
Articles about beginning a new career...
Top 5 Fulfilling Jobs in the World
The Guardian recently carried out a survey on the most fulfilling jobs in the world. It analyzed 9 surveys on the matter and selected professions which made it to the top every time. The results were surprising. Careers like gardening, teaching, and nursing among others, topped each survey. Continues...
Training and Education Lead to Prosperity ~ by Dr. Alan Zimmerman
Do you love your job? Really love it? If you don't, you have lots of company. It's estimated four out of five people dislike what they do for a living, and many hate it. I think that's a shame. That's why I do a radio program called The Career Clinic, which helps people find work they're passionate about--by passing along stories of those who've done just that. Here's some advice from successful career changers... Continues
5 Jobs That Will Bring You Inner Peace ~ by Nicole Boyer
Generally, having a job stops being something fun and entertaining when people do it for many years and this starts being something stressful and boring, something that we do only for money and not because we love it or enjoy it. So, can a job be a space to find inner peace and relaxation? Continues...
