I figured since I was trying to navigate the interesting path of finding my way, so to speak, I may as well share my experience with you. I will try to update this blog a couple times a week, sharing the resources I have found, my experiences and any information I think is generally entertaining. So, let's jump right in.
A little background: September 1, 2012 I left my home of 30 years and made the long drive to Denver to start a new life with a new career and not a clue as to what I wanted to be and how I would find it. I spent 10 months floundering, seeking employment on websites. Believing wholeheartedly that I wanted to work in a brewery in marketing/sales. In March of 2013 I was recruited to pursue a career in insurance at (insert big insurance company that was very legit!). I spent a few months studying and getting licensed and was appointed to sell P&C, Health, and Life insurance. I worked tirelessly, learning very quickly that insurance is great and all...it just wasn't for me. This epiphany hit me as I helped a friend that was flipping a house, I was painting a blank wall...and when i finished painting that wall...i realized how rewarding it was to complete a project. Insurance is never done...even when you make the sale...there is so much more. So, I spent some time reading and soul searching and trying to figure out what my passion was. What a loading question, "what is your passion?" is. So the first Monday of 2014, I walked into my sales managers office and said..."good bye, it's my time to go." He smiled, and wished me well. And told me if I ever needed anything, to give him a call. During my time as an insurance agent, I spent a ton of time trying to figure out a way to meet people and find people to sell insurance to. I decided that since I loved social media, it would be one of my focused marketing efforts, I lived for the few moments that I spent updating my agency facebook page, my twitter, and my linkedin. So, when I left insurance I decided to try and learn more, so that I could help small businesses use this valuable but inexpensive form of marketing.
Fast forward 3 weeks, today is Thursday, January 30, and I am sitting in a coffee shop, writing this blog. I am actively pursuing a career in media, hopefully in a company I will learn something, so in a few years when I go out on my own I will have a clue how to consult small businesses in their social media marketing endeavors. Here are a few things to start with...
For passion seekers: find your passion
This article was awesome, it gives you some great resources on the questions you should be considering in your quest for finding your passion.
I feel like I have been asked this questions for as long as I could remember and my passions are just beginning to surface. I continue to pursue what my passion is, daily. The Daily Muse, where I originally found this article has TONS of great articles for those that are thinking of changing careers, starting a new career and leaving an old career. I HEART the muse!!! :)
Habits that have helped me in this interesting time in my life: 5 habits of successful people
I think people underestimate how much they can truly do in one day. I think we as a society can become complacent in the place that we are in life. These habits will help you continue to move forward.
Here is an amazing resource that will help your mind and body achieve the greatist possible version of you. The Greatist and Goals
Another thing i would encourage you to do as you follow me on this journey, is remember to stay inspired in whatever goals and changes you have decided to make. I really believe 2014 will be the year of Change! Here is how i stay inspired in fitness and health! here is some career inspiration from some pretty awesome women!
For now...stay awesome and keep pursuing your dreams :)
