I believe we discover our talents just like every other part of our
personality… But we learn in life to be persistent to achieve our goals.
Being “Smart” Doesn't Guarantee “Success”
Working closely with individuals in job-search and career
management I get to help people uncover beliefs and skills they never put much
value too. It's interesting to see how much potential and inherent talent
someone has but does not recognize. I
have shared job search advice and my personal story a few times with others to encourage them to face
life's obstacles and push through to achieve their goals.
Strangely enough, on more than one occasion the response was
something like "Well it's easy to be successful if you are smart".
...I don't believe being "Smart" is what enables
success...
Determination, and self-understanding, now those two things
make a WORLD of difference in whether you will or will not go after your
dreams.
Career Success Begins
With You
Where many people have trouble is that they lack self-understanding
and often go into a career because they need it financially or wanted to take
it because it was a good opportunity.
There's nothing wrong with that.
However, as you
mature you learn to find your strengths, and find out where you would like to fit. This is where
persistence and determination comes in again.
To be successful in finding a career you love, you have to
be persistent at skill development and determined to achieve the right
fit.
Are You Waiting For A
Work Life Balance?
The average employed American spends 48 hours a week (including
drive time) at work. That is more hours then you spend with your family during
the workweek. Why would you settle for something that doesn't utilize the
skills and talents that make you happy?
HR Wants YOU!
In the realm of HR and talent development a good employer
with a well-established talent management program, focuses efforts on
skill development for individuals with obvious talent that aligns with the business
strategy and goals. No matter how you put it, being recognized for your value
and talents, being offered development opportunities and opportunities to
improve the organization where you work makes you feel good about yourself and your
job (the place where you spend the most time in a week).
Find Employers That Need
Your Talent And Marketable Skills
Take your time to Find Your Fit before you set out on your job
search or career transitioning journey. Not only will this help you target jobs
and employers where you will feel more fulfilled, but it helps you to really
understand that you, no matter your station a life, have value.
Now that is a goal
worth your persistence and determination!
Stay Positive!
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