Life is made to be lived. Since you spend roughly 66% of your year working, wouldn’t it be better if you were doing something that you loved. Some studies reveal that on average 70% of employees are dissatisfied with their career and are merely going through the daily grind. We’re not sure about you but that doesn’t sound like any way to live. Every day take a few minutes to consider these basic career questions. 
1. Do you believe in what you’re doing?
It is incredibly difficult to remain motivated if you are working for an enterprise that does not align with your values. And in the long run it is not worth the sacrifice. It is easy enough to think that money is money but imagine working for something that you truly believe in.
2. Are you fulfilled by your work?
Like we said money is important, there are bills to be paid and responsibilities to be taken care of. However money alone is not enough. On of the most common complaints for professionals at a fork in their career is that they want to do something meaningful and fulfilling. Something that will leave a lasting impression on the world, something that will do some good.
3. Are you playing to your strengths?
There is no sense in choosing a career based on what you think you ‘should’ do or what makes the most money. What do you naturally shine at or have a aptitude for? The saying goes that if you do what you’re good at, you’ll never work a day in your life. If you’re not sure what your qualities are, ask friends and family, they will know for sure. Whether it is your ability to give advice, throw a great party, organise anything perfectly, there is a value on every skill.
4. Do you challenge yourself every day?
Everyday is a new opportunity to challenge yourself and learn new skills. There is no point sitting in a box of what you know and what you’re already good at, make sure you stretch your capabilities and grow. This is the career jackpot. A challenge a day will help your career evolve and blossom into something beautiful.
5. Will you be happy if you’re doing this in 5 years?
This is the critical question, the crux of the whole dilema. It is very unlikely in today’s market that you will stay with the same company for more than 5 years. The job market is much more transient today than it was 20 years ago. However, if you imagine yourself in the same industry in 5 years time, doing the same thing will you be happy? We’ll let you into a secret, the next 5 years will whizz by without any warning. If you don’t stop to take note and plan accordingly, eventually will turn around and bite you in the arse.
You deserve to have a career that makes you smile every morning and motivates you to grow. Simply make sure to ask yourself these questions everyday and your chances for a long and happy career will improve.