How to get a job: Find work you truly love

With the right skills, experience and support, you have the power to find work you love regardless of where you’re at right now.

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It’s never been easier to pursue work that you love - exploring passion projects, running your own business or landing your dream job.

But if you want to truly enjoy what you do, you need to think about the job at hand, instead of just the dollars. Your job should allow you to use your skills, be recognised by others and do something good for the world.

With the right skills, experience and support, you have the power to find work you love regardless of where you’re at right now.  Here are five steps to get you started:

1.    Take charge of your career

Putting yourself in charge of your own career is exciting, but you have to be willing to find what it is you want and then go after it.

Remember, people love talking about their own successes and experiences, so if there’s someone who you look up to in the industry you want to work in, reach out for some advice on taking control.

2.    Develop your strengths and talents

There’s no doubt that improving your skills gives you a better sense of fulfillment, because you feel like you’re able to reach your full potential. Nykkea understands this well.

Working for one of Australia’s leading brands, Nykkea gets to make strategic business decisions and oversee the production of TV commercials and other marketing content. When she wasn’t combining her creative vision and business acumen, Nykkea was studying a Bachelor of Business provided by Swinburne University, online through Open Universities Australia (OUA). Now she has a degree under her belt when future opportunities come knocking.

3.    Make an impact in the world

People who love their work typically feel a greater sense of purpose. They also feel that they are contributing to the world in a more meaningful way.  Amelia is no different.

Animals have always held a special place in Amelia’s heart, but it wasn’t until she started studying a Bachelor of Business provided by Swinburne University, online through OUA, that she found her dream job working as the Business Development Manager at DOGUE – a boutique and spa franchise solely for dogs.

4.     Turn your passion into your job

You’ll never know if your idea can grow into a successful business until you make a start. But that doesn’t mean you have to drop everything. You can begin small, like Jayn did.

The mother of two saw a life-changing business opportunity when people started commenting on her maternity clothing range. After gaining some traction, Jayn launched her label, Mutha Maternity, and began studying a Bachelor of Business provided by Swinburne University, online through OUA, to give her the confidence to make strategic decisions for her brand.

5.    Find the right career path for you

Thanks to technology, you no longer have to choose between study and a job. You can do both, easily.

When you’re deciding what to study, take some time to understand your ‘why?’. What is your purpose? Do you want to learn more about the industry you’re in? Or switch up your career with something completely different?

CLIENT OUTRO: Don’t settle for an uninspiring career

Have you got a vision, but need help making it a reality? Developing your knowledge is the best place to start. Through OUA, you can study online with leading Australian universities. Explore your options today at open.edu.au, or call a friendly student advisor on 13 OPEN.