STOP WAITING AND GO AFTER YOUR DREAM JOB

We recently asked several people what it took for them to reach their dream job, here is what some had to say.

“I think the key to finding your dream job lies in not giving up, I wanted to get into the IT field, I was able to do it but it took some time and a lot of work. I went back to school and got my certifications….now I am doing what I love….” Marshawn D. Charlotte, NC

“My dream job was to be able to be able to have a flexible schedule, so I took a job that offered a work from home opportunity, I could probably be earning more doing something else, but the reward I get at being able to work at home and be a better mom to my kids can’t be measured.” Brenda J. Jacksonville, FL

“I don’t really think there’s is any such thing as a dream job, I believe in having a good job that works for you and where you are in your life. So that’s where I’m at right now, I work in a great company, there are good things and bad things, but I recently got promoted as a manager....

What is the biggest obstacle that Black people face in the workplace?

The money is good but I am working more hours so I guess everything balances out in the end, you just have to know what you really want out of life….” Eric K. Phoenix, AZ

Published: December 27, 2015

“I don’t really think there’s is any such thing as a dream job, I believe in having a good job that works for you and where you are in your life..."

• Don’t be afraid to set limits on your time.

• Group similar tasks or activities together so that you don

Stop Waiting & Go After Your Dream Job

What is your dream job? Is it having a corner office? Or perhaps leading a team? Or is it getting a big fat paycheck every week? Well no matter how you define your dream job, the important thing to remember is that your job is out there and it’s up to you to go after it.

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• Compartmentalize your time, when you’re at work focus on work, when you’re off work focus on your family.

• Think ahead and plan for interruptions of your time so that you can minimize their potential impact.

• Be smart with technology, use the tools and aps on your devices to help you better manage your time.