You’ve spent these last few years studying, reading, writing, completing projects and more in your quest to graduate and master the skills you’ll need for the profession you’ve chosen.  You chose a major and career field because it is something you enjoy and you’re good at.  Makes sense.

All the time you’ve been doing this, you’ve narrowed your career field based on those things you enjoy and do well.  You’ve probably been told of the importance of assessing your strengths, personality and preferences, marketable skills, and areas of interest among others.  All these items will assist you as you enter the world of work for the first time—and any time, for that matter.

What you may not have been told is that it is equally important to know what you do not like.  We can sure learn a lot about ourselves when we look at the tasks, roles and responsibilities we enjoy and those that drain us.

Take some time to make a list of all the experiences you’ve had, whether paid positions or not.  Write down the positive and the negative things about each experience.   Pay attention to the qualities you like and did not like that left a lasting impression on you.

• Do you see any patterns emerging?  What are they?
• What does this tell you about the types of work you enjoy?
• What does this tell you about the types of work you don’t enjoy?
• How might you use this information in your present job search?

These questions and others you may ask can aid you in your search for a position that energizes you rather than drains you and one you will enjoy for years to come.  It’s certainly worth this small investment of time and, with an open perspective, you can learn a lot about yourself, your skills and the types of work you’ll enjoy and those you’ll want to stay away from.  Both great things to know.

Best wishes to you!  If I can be of help as you search for your perfect job, feel free to contact me at Kerry@CrosspointLifeCoaching.com.  I look forward to hearing from you!