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:
Find that sweet spot where your talent, acknowledgement from others and the belief that what you do matters intersect;
Take a leap to follow your calling;
Be brave and face challenges 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 of a more meaningful career;
If something is worthwhile, it is likely to be difficult;
Ignore your age – plenty of people will tell you, you are too young or too old – just focus on what you want to achieve; and
Pursing your purpose may mean giving up a well-paid job, but many people find that doing something meaningful is worth the sacrifice.
