Don't Just Dream About an Exciting
New Career...Make it Happen!
Are you sick and
tired of working at a dull, unfulfilling job that leaves you exhausted
and miserable at the end of the day? Have you always wanted to
explore your passions, unlock your creative side, or just work at a
career that challenges you and makes you look forward to Mondays, not
Fridays?
Don't
worry, you're not alone!
Studies
indicate that the average college graduate today will have 7 to 10
careers in his or her lifetime. The days of working for one
company for 40 years and then retiring from that same company with a
hefty pension are a thing of the past.
Many
people have come to realize that the corporate world is not all it's
cracked up to be. Long hours, stress, office politics, co-workers that
gossip behind your back, a boss that does nothing but criticize your
efforts... This isn't the life most of us dreamed of when we were
growing up and imagining how our adult lives would be. That's
why many are taking the bold move of switching gears, and
leaving their dull careers behind. They've choosing to pursue a lifelong passion,
a business opportunity, charity work, or turn their favorite hobby
into their profession.
Have you ever wondered how
many great novels were never written, how many beautiful paintings were
never painted, and how many wonderful songs were never composed, because
so many talented people were stuck in jobs that didn't mesh with their
talents? We all have gifts, and it's a shame that so many people
never get a chance to exploit those gifts in a meaningful way.
So
what's
your dream career?
Everyone
has one. For some it's an exciting modeling career, for others it's
acting, or music, or the arts. Still others yearn to be tour
guides, novelists, wedding planners, pilots or photographers. A dream
career can even be something as ordinary as owning your own business, or
working at home and watching your children grow up.
The
reasons people pursue a new career are many, including:
working
professionals who were caught in a corporate downsizing or are about to
be laid off.
young people searching for a first career that they
will find challenging and personally rewarding.
older workers who are reaching traditional
retirement age, but who want to continue working--in the career of their
choice.
currently employed workers who are unsatisfied with
their careers, for a whole host of reasons.
And for many workers, more money or higher status are not the primary
goals of their career search. Studies have shown that what motivates
people is rewarding, challenging work; the opportunity to be creative
and in charge of their own destiny; to be recognized for their
accomplishments; and a chance to help others and make a difference in
the world.
Perhaps
you've thought of making the leap into a new career, but didn't know
where to start. Leaving the comfort zone of a steady job and a steady
paycheck can be frightening, especially with a family to support and a
mortgage to pay off. And going back to school to get a degree can take
years, cost thousands of dollars, with no guarantee of coming out the
other side with the career--and life--you've been yearning for.
That's
why I built this site
My
name is Kent Johnson, and for years I worked at jobs I didn't much care
for, dreaming of the day I could pursue my real passions--writing,
publishing, and career coaching. I eventually took the plunge, and I've never looked back.
The rewards of working for myself, having control of my own destiny, and
doing something I love are immeasurable, and I intend to spend the rest of my
life following my own path--not someone else's.
I
finally found my dream career, and I'd like to help
you find yours, too. It's
my hope that the articles and other content on this site will educate you, inspire you, and
get you moving in the right direction. I know how hard (and
scary) it can be to make a career change. You need a plan, a strategy for
getting where you want to go, and the education and finances in place to
make it happen. Many people choose to work their dream job
part-time, learning the ropes and making important contacts before making
the jump into a full-time career. But
if you want a new career more than anything, and you're willing to
work hard and put your full effort into making it happen, I have
no doubt that you'll soon be looking forward to Mondays,
too. Life
really is short, and to spend your time working at a job or career that
makes you miserable is a tragedy. The opportunity to do something you really
love may only come along once. So start planning now, set the
wheels in motion, and before long you too will be making your escape
into the career of your dreams. Go
ahead and sign up for the newsletter, or check out the "Dream Career
News'" blog. There's lots of great information about
interviewing, career discovery, education, and other resources. And
if you've already made the jump to a new career, and you'd like to share your success
story with us, just use the contact us form and we'll try and post it as
soon as possible.
To your new career
success,
Kent
PS -- I'm no longer taking on new career coaching
clients, but if you want to use the contact
form to email me, I'll try to steer you toward a coach who meets your
needs.
PSS - If there's something you'd like to see on this site, or
if you have an idea that would make the site better, use the contact
form and tell me. Your feedback is important, so please
contribute. Thanks.
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