3 answers
Melissa’s Answer
Hi Ayesha,
When job hunting, i always look at the bigger picture. What do I want to be doing in 10 years? Will this role (and company) help me achieve that goal? What will my quality of life be like - the work/life balance is really important, as well as your happiness.
Room to grow and learn are also two really important things I considered when choosing a role.
Patricia’s Answer
Hi Ayesha,
For me, it was about taking my interests and searching for a job that incorporated those. I enjoy helping people, planning events, being organized and interacting with diverse groups of people. That led to my degree in Marketing, which led to a variety of jobs throughout my career. I've been an Office Manager, a Customer Service Agent, a Secretary, an Eligibility Analyst and now am an Executive Administrative Assistant. I also discovered I enjoyed the insurance industry because it gave me the greatest opportunity to help others.
Was every job the right one? No. But they all gave me experience that has allowed me to be where I am now. Every job has something to offer.
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