Help Needed Finding My Passion & Working It

I have reflected on the author Simon Sinek's quote that continues to be posted on LinkedIn: Working hard for something we don't care about is called stress; working hard for something we love is called passion. Sinek's words have inspired me to ask, "Have," "How?," and the question he is known for asking, "Why?"

Q:  Have I ever had work that's my passion?  

A:   I am not sure so so I looked up the definition in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary.  Passion is defined as a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something.

I have had work that brings me joy, not passion. When I worked as the activities coordinator at Exeter House, I said, I feel blessed to work with teammates who have integrity and honestly care about each other and the residents. It is a joy to come to work and spend quality time with the residents.

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Q:   How do I find work passion?

A:   I am reaching out because I need help. I need guidance as I move forward. How do I move forward? How do recruiters and hiring managers look at the transferrable skills?

Q:   Why not live my work passion?

A:   I believe in synchronicity.  I read Sinek's saying this past Sunday. I also read an article in The Seattle Times' Employment section, titled: No raise this year? 3 ways to make more money By Cameron Huddleston in the Sunday edition.

Under the heading: Start a side business

You might not like the idea of taking on a second job to earn more by working even longer hours. However, if you build a side business doing something you care about, you’ll likely have more motivation to put in the extra hours, says Tom Corley, author of “Rich Habits: The Daily Success Habits of Wealthy Individuals.”

For example, Corley says that the Wright brothers ran a bicycle business full time, but on the side they were conducting their famous experiments that eventually led to the invention of the airplane. “When you do what you love, you are somehow able to find the energy and the time to devote to your passion,” says Corley.

I am not a proponet of a second job; however, I have launched Living Stones Ministries Rock On! that is volunteer based organization, where seniors give back through intergenerational activities.

My volunteer work is focused and  passion filled. Now, my work can be focused and passioned filled, too. I have not doubt.

I welcome learning about your organiztions and the career openings leading to the possibility of work with passion. 

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