Ep229: Find your passion is bad career advice.

In this episode, Mei Phing discusses why chasing passion in careers can lead to distraction and dissatisfaction; focusing on skills and self-awareness is a more sustainable approach. She also shares a client conversation to differentiate between the two, and her approach in choosing the next best job.

Highlights

00:00 🔍 “Finding your passion” is common advice but can be misleading.

00:50 🚫 Passion fixation leads to job-hopping without addressing underlying issues.

03:20 🧠 Self-reflection and awareness are crucial for success in every career.

06:10 📈 Progression and skill development are more important than passion.

08:00 💡 Client Story: Real interest often emerges from competence and success in a role.

13:30 🚩 The lack of a corporate world mindset and skillset will cause ongoing career and work struggles.

15:40 🔄 Mei Phing's approach to gain career satisfaction grows by eliminating disliked tasks.

19:20 🌱 Sustainable career success relies on upgrading your mindset, skillset, and visibility strategy.

Key Insights

🔄 Passion vs. Progression: Focusing solely on finding passion can distract you from important career milestones. Progression and growth should take precedence for long-term satisfaction.

🚧 Chasing Passion Can Lead to Frustration: Constantly seeking a passionate role can result in a cycle of dissatisfaction. Many often overlook skills gaps that need addressing first.

👤 Self-Reflection is Key: Understanding your strengths and weaknesses fosters better decision-making regarding career paths, rather than relying on fleeting feelings of passion.

🔑 Skills Over Feelings: Developing the right skills can lead to discovering passion, as success in tasks often cultivates genuine interest.

🏆 Elimination Over Addition: Focusing on removing disliked tasks can lead to more enjoyable work experiences, allowing room for building on strengths.

🧗‍♂️ Mindset Matters: A strong career mindset enables resilience and adaptability, which are crucial for navigating challenges in any role.

📊 Long-term Strategy: Prioritizing a strategic approach to career development, rather than a passion-first mentality, leads to sustained success and fulfillment.

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