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what if there is a certain thing i dont like about my career but i still am passionate about it?
could i possibly not have to do steps and move on or would i be forced to do it in a career
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Cici’s Answer
Good question! 9 times out of 10, especially nowadays, you may find yourself doing a number of things that may not necessarily align with your role but it will still be required of you anyway. So yeah, most likely you will have to do that thing you don’t like at the beginning of your career because most companies are looking at your adaptability, flexibility and how fast you’re able to adapt to unexpected change because corporate can be quite fast paced.
If you like 90-95% of your career (or even 70% upwards) I wouldn’t advise you to give up on that passion just because you don’t like the remaking 30% or 5%. The aim is to gain access to the room first and once you’re there you’ll have a much better understanding of what works for you and what doesn’t as you go along the experience.
If you like 90-95% of your career (or even 70% upwards) I wouldn’t advise you to give up on that passion just because you don’t like the remaking 30% or 5%. The aim is to gain access to the room first and once you’re there you’ll have a much better understanding of what works for you and what doesn’t as you go along the experience.
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Gus’s Answer
Even in a job you love, there are always parts that aren’t fun, and learning to handle those is important for your development. It shows responsibility and helps you build discipline, because even in a job you are passionate about, not everything can be exciting all the time. Pushing through those tasks also makes you appreciate the parts you do enjoy even more, and it helps you grow by teaching patience and a strong work ethic
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Rebecca’s Answer
Thank you for your question, In every career, there are pros and cons. If you really interest on the career, you can overcome. If those cons are really a show stopper to you. Then, you may need to consider another career.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Find out more on the careers you have interest
2. Attend the information session of relevant subjects in colleges. Speak to the professors if you can.
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers.
4. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
You can then have a thorough consider whether the career is suitable to you or you find an alternative.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Find out more on the careers you have interest
2. Attend the information session of relevant subjects in colleges. Speak to the professors if you can.
3. Speak to someone who are working in these careers.
4. Seek guidance from your mentor, school career counsellor, your parents, etc.
You can then have a thorough consider whether the career is suitable to you or you find an alternative.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
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Liam’s Answer
Hey Joeseph! I like Cici's answer because it is giving a decent average for what you will like about your job.
I would have to say that I find it easier having a job that you are not passionate about. Find a job that is fun because you will like it but leave your passion at home so you have control over it.
The areas of a job that will make a huge difference for you day to day are:
where you live (you might have to move, you might not) (also are you travelling often? <-deal breaker for me)
where you work (in a building, outside, etc)
who you work with (directly with customers, around people like you, around people not like you)
the interval in which you are working (like 40% of your day is just hard work 60% off, but that's too much time not working?!)
the shift you are working (mornings, mid, overnights/ M-F or weekend and some weekdays)
if it is an hourly job or a salaried job (can you work overtime? can you work less than 40hr a week on salary)
I had to move to start my career and it was a lot for me but I have no regrets in the end. I could not have done all of the jobs I have worked in my home town and I am really happy with my move. If your career will definitely move you to an area you don't want to live, then that is probably a deal breaker. I know a lot of people though that grow up in the country, make their money in the city, and then move back out to the country after they made their money and have little regrets about it in the end.
If you really love something and that's the only thing you can picture yourself doing, then I would say one or two minor things should not stop you from doing what you love. I think sometimes its more about having to make a large step to see where it gets you first before saying you are not willing to budge because you can't picture yourself there.
I would have to say that I find it easier having a job that you are not passionate about. Find a job that is fun because you will like it but leave your passion at home so you have control over it.
The areas of a job that will make a huge difference for you day to day are:
where you live (you might have to move, you might not) (also are you travelling often? <-deal breaker for me)
where you work (in a building, outside, etc)
who you work with (directly with customers, around people like you, around people not like you)
the interval in which you are working (like 40% of your day is just hard work 60% off, but that's too much time not working?!)
the shift you are working (mornings, mid, overnights/ M-F or weekend and some weekdays)
if it is an hourly job or a salaried job (can you work overtime? can you work less than 40hr a week on salary)
I had to move to start my career and it was a lot for me but I have no regrets in the end. I could not have done all of the jobs I have worked in my home town and I am really happy with my move. If your career will definitely move you to an area you don't want to live, then that is probably a deal breaker. I know a lot of people though that grow up in the country, make their money in the city, and then move back out to the country after they made their money and have little regrets about it in the end.
If you really love something and that's the only thing you can picture yourself doing, then I would say one or two minor things should not stop you from doing what you love. I think sometimes its more about having to make a large step to see where it gets you first before saying you are not willing to budge because you can't picture yourself there.
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Joseph’s Answer
In any career, you will inevitably encounter "steps" that feel tedious or unnecessary. To answer your question directly: No, you cannot skip the steps. In fact, the higher you go in your career, the more important those steps become.
The key to a successful career isn't finding a job where you love every single minute; it’s learning the difference between passion and self-discipline.
Passion is what makes you want to start a project. For me, as writer, it’s the excitement of a new idea or the flow of a first draft. It feels effortless and creative.
Self-discipling is what makes you finish the project. As writer, it is the "boring" part—the editing, the fact-checking, and the formatting. These steps ensure that the final product actually serves the people who need it.
Don't look for a career that lets you skip the hard parts. Look for a career where the "passion" part is so rewarding that it makes the "self-discipline" part worth the effort.
The key to a successful career isn't finding a job where you love every single minute; it’s learning the difference between passion and self-discipline.
Passion is what makes you want to start a project. For me, as writer, it’s the excitement of a new idea or the flow of a first draft. It feels effortless and creative.
Self-discipling is what makes you finish the project. As writer, it is the "boring" part—the editing, the fact-checking, and the formatting. These steps ensure that the final product actually serves the people who need it.
Don't look for a career that lets you skip the hard parts. Look for a career where the "passion" part is so rewarding that it makes the "self-discipline" part worth the effort.
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Vianne’s Answer
It's normal not to love every part of your job, even if you're passionate about the field. Passion means the overall work feels worthwhile, not that you enjoy every task.
Whether you can avoid certain tasks depends on your career path and how you shape your role over time. At first, you'll likely need to handle basics, even those you dislike, to build a strong foundation. As you gain experience, you'll often have more choices. You can specialize, pick roles, or work in places that focus more on what you like.
Try to see if the tasks you dislike are minor or major parts of your job. If they're minor, they're usually manageable. If they're major, consider exploring similar careers where you can follow your passion without dealing with parts you dread. Remember, careers are more flexible than they seem at first.
Whether you can avoid certain tasks depends on your career path and how you shape your role over time. At first, you'll likely need to handle basics, even those you dislike, to build a strong foundation. As you gain experience, you'll often have more choices. You can specialize, pick roles, or work in places that focus more on what you like.
Try to see if the tasks you dislike are minor or major parts of your job. If they're minor, they're usually manageable. If they're major, consider exploring similar careers where you can follow your passion without dealing with parts you dread. Remember, careers are more flexible than they seem at first.