How To Find the Job That You Love

People By Emily Larson February 13, 2016
Find_the_Job_You_Love_01 Finding a successful career that you truly love is such a rewarding experience. It can be tough to find, but if you work hard, good things are sure to come your way. If you are looking for a job, there are plenty of things you should do. Writing a cover letter and researching the company is a start, but you have to make sure that it’s a great fit for you, as well. If you are looking to start your career and want to make sure it works for both you and the employer, we’ve got you covered! Here are some tips on finding a job that you love to wake up for every morning.
  1. Follow Your Passion
What do you like to do? You should know what your interests are before applying for a job. If you like writing, applying for a job as a blogger or copywriter is something that you should explore. If you are an active person, working at a desk job might be difficult for you. Finding out your passions and following them is the first thing you need to do when searching for a job you love! Find_the_Job_You_Love_02
  1. Make a Pros and Cons List
Before deciding on a position or company, make a list of pros and cons. On the left side of the paper is your pros list, where you write down every thing you like about the job, position or company. On the right side of the paper is your cons list, where you write down what you don’t like. If you find that your pros list is longer than your cons list, the job might be a good fit for you!
  1. Ask Questions
If you’re unsure about what you will be doing within the company, or what your daily tasks will be, ask your potential employer! The more you know about the job, the more you’ll be able to realize if it’s a good fit. For example, if the job is sales, ask what product or service you’ll be selling and what the hours will be. When you just assume, you might accept the position and find out that it is not in your best interests, so try to learn as much as you can. Find_the_Job_You_Love_03
  1. Give it a try!
Lastly, you might not know what you want to do at first until you give it a try. Don’t be afraid to put your best foot forward and give something a try, you might find out that you love it. If not, at least you gave it an attempt and realize what career is a wrong fit in the future. Finding a job is definitely something that will take some time. Just make sure that it’s the right fit so both you and your future employer are  set up for success. If you have any other questions about this, check out our WU Careers page for all the information and knowledge you might need!