Hunter Post - How To Ensure a Meaningful Career
NCIS agent Hunter Post's lecture was very eye opening and helpful. He brought up many points that I had failed to think about when considering a job. I may only be a freshman, but I, like every college student, dream of having a successful career (with lots of money) right out of school.
One of the first points Post mentioned was to not assume you will have a good paying job right after graduating. For most people it doesn't happen like that and it takes some searching and trial and error until you find the right job for you. And while that search is on-going, try not to be insecure. Displaying your insecurities and letting them take over your decision making can really harm you. Confidence is key, even if you have to fake it!
A huge point that Post really wanted everyone to understand was to find a job that creates meaning in your life. Yes, money is important, but having a job that makes you unhappy every day can make your whole life unhappy. Contrary to popular belief, your work life and personal life are completely connected, not separate. It isn't worth it. Post says to create a balance with a job that makes you happy as well as pays well enough to keep you going. This way everything is content.
I definitely want to make enough money to be able to live nicely, but Post is right, money isn't everything and it takes time before everything is working at a balance. Keeping these tips in mind, I think my ISAT career goals will not disappoint!
