The start of a new year is a good excuse to make some changes to make work more meaningful and enjoyable.
“Finding your spark isn't a passive endeavour. It's a fight, a journey, a continuous search for meaning. And the rewards? Transformative careers, thriving communities, and a life that ripples with positive change,” says executive coach Anja van Beek.
She advises the following:
- Try to find that sweet spot where your talent, acknowledgment from others and the belief that what you does matters intersect;
- Be willing to take a leap to follow your calling; be brave and face the challenges that lie ahead;
- Doing what you have always done is safe, but if you want something different you will need to leave your comfort zone;
- Be grateful to the people — mentors, colleagues and friends — who support you in your pursuit for a more meaningful career;
- If something is worthwhile, it is likely to be difficult;
- Ignore your age — plenty of people will tell you are too young or too old — just focus on what you want to achieve; and
- You may find that pursuing your purpose means giving up a well-paid job, but many people find that doing something meaningful is worth the sacrifice. — Margaret Harris
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