Do you think there’s a difference between doing something you really love and something you don’t? Is the grass always greener on the other side or not? Are you willing to take the risk of finding the perfect career for you - to forgo all expectations and choose the career that makes you excited to go to work every Monday morning?  

In this episode of the Shameless Careers podcast, I interviewed Petra, who was shameless enough to leave a very reputable asset management firm and move into the area she loves more - energy market consulting focusing on decarbonisation. Despite having a financially promising career in asset management and feeding into people’s expectations of what she should be, Petra made the challenging decision to do what excited her and brought meaning into her life.

Listen in to learn the importance of listening to yourself and choosing a career path you’re passionate about rather than caving into others’ expectations of you. You will also learn how to be prepared to overcome the challenges of choosing to follow an unexpected career path. 

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of giving yourself time and space to think about the right career for you. 
• Shape the future of your career by listening to yourself and not caving into others’ expectations of you. 
• How to be prepared to handle conflict that arises when you choose the unexpected career path. 
• Learn to be brave enough to take career chances without needing to be perfect for the opportunity.  

What You Will Discover:

• [01:45 ] How lack of excitement in Petra’s asset management career led her to explore and discover more possibilities.
• [06:48 ] Why she initially chose a career based on others’ expectations of her rather than passion and excitement.
• [11:17 ] Factors to consider when choosing a career to find what’s most rewarding for you and not others.
• [15:33 ] Why you shouldn’t fear making a career change if you feel stuck and unsuccessful in your current career. 
• [17:23 ] Things you must be prepared to overcome when choosing the unexpected career path.  
• [23:08 ] Understand that it’s easier to be motivated and to persevere in a career you’re passionate about. 
• [28:00 ] The importance of taking risks and trying opportunities without worrying about completing a job checklist.
• [38:09 ] The power of choosing a career you love and that allows you to make an impact in your life and the world.
• [43:10 ] The importance of having a purpose and doing meaningful work in your chosen career path. 

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