Kasey,
yes this is too often the case. I think this is why we see a greater number of those in the mid point of careers starting to look elsewhere, as they are becoming bored. It's important to continue to challenge ourselves & ask for those challenges.
Dr. Ryan Meers
I think the most important step in my career management has been finding a way to keep myself challenged in whatever position I am in. I find it difficult when I am no longer challenged and bcome bored and uninterested. It was interesting going through the topics and seeing that very description!
Stephanie,
I agree with you that we have to know ourselves. Once we know ourselves I think we can seek the opinions of others, but I think we have to know ourselves first as you said.
Dr. Ryan Meers
For me, its knowing yourself. As others have stated, you know yourself best. When the opportunity came about for me to be in the position I am in now, I sat down and analyzed the pros and cons before making a final decision. At that time I felt that I had already accomplished what I had wanted to and was ready for a new challenge. I knew there would be many things that I would have to learn but I quickly started asking questions and found a mentor who was experienced in my position. I feel this really helped me succeed.
Migdalia,
Yes, I'm a firm believer in finding a career that brings this type of fulfillment to you on a daily basis.
Dr. Ryan Meers
The greatest personal measure of career success is whether they've made a difference.
For the best results of manage your career is more intelligently and yield a lifetime of professional satisfaction, excitement, and fulfillment.
Ricky,
I agree. And I would also say that sometimes necessity dictates we have a career/job that isn't our first passion, but it pays the bills. In this case, we need to make sure we allow for fulfilling our passions. I know a man who's passion is art, but he's a graphic designer to pay the bills. He does keep up with his art work & thus fulfills his passion.
Dr. Ryan Meers
I think the first step is to decide what is your true interest in a career. Do not choose a career because of the money. In addition, prepare a second career just in case several years down the line you may want to change your career if one become burned out.
This is great advice as we need to know what drives us & it may not be a step up but rather a step to the side.
Ryan
The most important first step is to identify what you find exciting and will engage you in your career. As my career transitioned from a technical/hands-on to a managerial/leadership role,I have found keeping a focus on exciting new paths to be rewarding. The biggest hurdle I had to overcome is getting out of my comfort zone and taking the next step.
I kind of get the feeling like I'm putting the cart before the horse here, but I think that experience is an important step in personal career management. I think many people, unfortunately, start their careers in the wrong field. When deciding what to get a degree in, individuals are often mislead as to what a certain profession will be like. Only after spending a few years working at a company and seeing how the entire company operates and getting a feel for what others contribute to the company, does one realize what exactly they want their day to day life to be like, what they truly are passionate about, and what they value both in and out of the workplace. In summary, I think people really need to 'get their feet wet' in order to know how and in which direction they want to manage their career.
I completely agree with you. I like your point about being open to change. Sometimes we are blinded to new opportunities if we are not open
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Ryan
I agree, the most important step would be determining what inspire and motivates you the most. You can balance your skills, strengths and weaknesses to come to a conclusion. Having an open mind about change can help too. Especially as motivation and stuff that satisfy us can change over time.
Cesar R.
George,
You are so right. Getting a good feel for what you do well & what your interests/passions, etc are can really help you determine the best fit for you.
Ryan
I think the first step in personal career management is to take an inventory/assesment of your skills, interests, and core values. This is important because it will help you determine if you are in the right position at the right company, and if not, gives you a great starting point to begin to implement changes in your career path.
This is so true & making sure that you discover what you enjoy doing & not what someone else wants you to enjoy.
Ryan
I think the first step is knowing yourself and what it is you enjoy doing. I know I am passionate about and enjoy helping people, training them, and watching them succeed in thier own lives and careers. That is why I teach and run the ICBS program. I also know I enjoy working for this company and would like to grow with them. Once I analyzed what I wanted, I decided to return to school to further my education which in the end will further my career.
Steven,
Great comments. I think one of the important things is ensuring that your passion can provide a support for you & your family. I know a couple people right now who are purposefully unemployed because they are waiting for that dream job. And they're not providing for their families in the meantime.
Ryan
I feel the first step is to figure out what it is that you want to do. What are you passionate about? Is it something that you will someday be able to support a family? I have found that for me, my passion has changed as time passed. I am not disappointed in my career but feel I am too old to get the training I need to change my career to what would excite me now. Research everything you can about your career and set goals.
