Any tips/advice/resources on finding what you want to do with your career? Am 3 years in and feeling very lost and unmotivated 😕

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I recommend start trying to eliminate what you don’t like/want to do. Also, 3 years in was when I felt my first burnout point. Took a vacation and was still thinking about one of my projects at work and that’s how I realized what I like working on and what I absolutely hate

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I know I’m a year late… but I was wondering if this offer is still available. I’m in my third company within one year (contract) and looking for my one true love till retirement LOL

I changed jobs 6 times during my career. Finally found the job I love. Been here 13 years now. Keep searching. You might not know what you are looking for until you find it.

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Do you mind sharing how you pivot and are able to find jobs every time? Thanks!

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Feeling the same 3 years in. Especially because I realized the path I’m on has no opportunity for growth/mobility and really confused about next steps :/
I signed up to talk to a career coach. That might help you too.

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A few years back, I felt similarly. I read Designing Your Life by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, which has activities and thought experiments to help get you into figuring out what activities are energizing and which are draining. I found it useful for recalibrating my career a bit. They also have a couple books specifically geared toward work that might be useful there.

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I know this feeling all too well. If I were you I’d take some time off of work and really explore what you want to do. I’d also recommend therapy as well, it helps give you clarity on your situation and redirect you.

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I know this is a recurring theme but take time off. Use that time to relax and clear your mind. Think about what you want and where you are now! Not everyone has a plan or knows their passion after just 3 years of experience. It take time and experimenting to find it

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Rather than trying to find your "passion," have you considered trying to identify which activities or tasks energise you then moving your career broadly in that direction without getting too hung up on making the "perfect" move? You could also consider testing the waters with some different areas of interest.

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I would start with making a personal list of your wants and needs. 3 years is the typical time where we start evaluating, sometimes unconsciously. May want to take some time off like some people said here. Great way to refresh and organize your thoughts. Maybe some expectations aren't being met.

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It took me 10+ years to realize that my career hit a dead end. So no worries and take your time.

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I have been journaling my feelings.

I think action is better than inaction. Peer support is super important too.

I offer a complimentary career clarity session. LMK if interested

Remember that 2 of the 3 years have been COVID which may have drained some of your enthusiasm. I know it has drained mine.

It’s very hard to work through the dreaded “what do I want to?” Did you have enthusiasm at the outset and if you did, when did it start to wane?

I am in the same boat. I’m looking into a career counselor to help provide structure in figuring out what I do/don’t like, in addition to seeking informational interviews and volunteer/part time work

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