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Guide to Finding Your Dream Job

How to find your dream job with ease


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Finding your dream job is not that hard if you follow these tips:

Know your passion

Your passion is the driving force behind everything you do. It is the fire that magnifies your desire.

To know your passion here's what you need to do. List all the work you're excited about doing on a sheet of paper. You can make headings on your paper by writing work I like to do, My skills, and hobbies. Most people find their passion through their hobbies whether it is biking, playing tennis, sewing, modeling, writing and so forth.

Write your passion as a statement


Obviously from your list there must be one skill that gets you excited. Write your passion statement based on the skills (s) that make (s) you excited. Your passion is the driving force in your life that will help you to get your dream job.

Know your skills

You've listed your skills previously during the exercise to finding your passion. This information is important when you're in search of your dream job. When you're able to show your skills to your potential employer you're on your way in getting your dream job.

Create Your Portfolio

Your portfolio is your marketing tool in presenting your skills to your potential employer. Your portfolio includes an updated resume, certificates, diplomas, degrees, work samples, publicity, photos and video clips. Use this opportunity to show your skills in landing your dream job. By presenting your portfolio professionally you're showing how valuable you're to anyone who needs a professional for hire.

Networking Your Way To Your Dream Job

When you're in the market for a new job don't forget people you meet at the bank, supermarket, conferences, workshops, library. Your next door neighbors, old schoolmates and co-workers are all part of your network. Call on them for help by letting them know you're once again in the job search market.

Your Network Your Pot Of Gold

People you identified as your network are the people who will aid you in getting your dream job. Don't ever under estimate anyone because you never know who they know. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you're seeking a job. The people in your network are happy to help you in whatever way they can. Use your network as your pot of gold in getting your dream job.

Rule of Thumb

Always keep in touch with people you meet because you never know when you need to call a favor. Always put people first by getting to know them. "You can make more friends in a month by being interested in them than in ten years trying to get them interested in you" –Charles L. Allen, Roads to Radiant Living.

In sum, your dream job is just around the corner if you follow the tips above. Remember know your skills, have your portfolio handy, have passion in whatever you do, and network. By following these tips you're on your way in finding your dream job.

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