An article in The Dallas Morning News in its May 8, 2011, issue, “A Good Fit Is a Must” by Cheryl Butler on page 1J ask the question what are the hot jobs for the future. I agree with Cheryl that this is the wrong question for job seekers to ask. The right question is what are your strengths and interests so you can direct your search to focus on growth industries that need your capabilities.
Just because your interest and experience maybe in public relations, you do not have to restrict your search to PR firms. Almost all organizations have need for individuals with public relations skills. If your interests lie in accounting or administration, all growing organizations have need for such skills.
The article states that an individual will spend as much as 80,000 hours working over his/her life time. That is too much time you are spending in doing something that is of only a minor interest. Do the words bored, uninteresting, and it’s just a job come to mind. I am thinking that if you find an opportunity that contains tasks which are your passion in life, you will do a great job and will be much more satisfied and happier than just doing a job that pays the rent. You probably will find that promotions and more money also follow.
Please share with readers of this blog your suggestions for pursuing jobs in growing markets.
Thanks! Glyn
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