Navigate Your North Star
Rajendra Patel (ICF, IIML)
Group GM - Marketing l The UK Columnist - The Business Influencer
Charting a Fulfilling Career Journey (with a touch of storytelling)
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Have you ever dreamt of a career that feels more like a calling than a job?
?One that lights you up from the inside and fuels your passion every day. It's a desire shared by many, yet the path to finding it can seem daunting. ?
But what if I told you the compass to your dream career already exists within you?
Imagine embarking on a journey of self-discovery, guided by the whispers of your curiosity, values, and unique skills.
Our story follows Sarah, a young professional once lost in the corporate maze.
Feeling unfulfilled, she embarked on a journey of introspection, asking herself the following questions that can also help you:
What genuinely fuels my passion?
What talents do I naturally have and love using?
What values are essential for me in the workplace?
Consider recalling your childhood ambitions, volunteer experiences, and hobbies that inspires you.
Consider recalling your qualities, talents, and areas of excellence.
Consider thinking about your purpose, work-life balance, and teamwork areas.
Sarah was able to address her dilemma & discovered an interest for environmental sustainability while reflecting on herself. Her natural communication talents and enthusiasm for storytelling prompted her to investigate employment in science communication, pushing for eco-conscious practices. Have you answered the above questions?
If you still feel lost & find yourself in the same situation...
Seek mentors and role models:
Connect with people in your selected field to gain ideas and learn from their experiences.
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Networking strategically:
Participate in industry events, join online groups, and broaden your professional network.
Embrace constant learning:
Take classes, attend workshops, and improve your skills to stay current and competitive.
Don't be hesitant to try new things:
Volunteer, intern, or engage in initiatives that interest you and will provide you great experience.
Click here to explore and learn about contributions made by people and movements to the growth of the notion.
Frank Parsons was instrumental in developing vocational advice procedures in the early twentieth century, providing the basis for systematic career exploration frameworks.
Frank Parsons & the vocational guidance movement: https://ncda.org/aws/NCDA/page_template/show_detail/16?model_name=product
John Dewey and Maria Montessori encouraged individual interests and learning exploration, which had an indirect impact on career exploration viewpoints.
John Dewey & progressive education: https://plato.stanford.edu/Archives/Spr2013/entries/education-philosophy/
Maria Montessori & her educational approach: https://amshq.org/
Donald Super and John Holland's career development theories gave useful insights into individual characteristics and professional decision-making processes.
Donald Super & his career development theory: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1957-06230-000
John Holland & his RIASEC model: https://www.simplypsychology.org/
Industrialization, technology advancements, and changing labor dynamics have changed the demand for career exploration and adaptability.
Remember that your career path is a marathon, not a sprint. Accept the twists and turns, enjoy your accomplishments, and never lose sight of your north star.
Do not forget...
?This is your story, your journey, your time to shine! ?
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