Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Go After Your Dream Job
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Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Go After Your Dream Job

"The world needs passionate people in every career path."

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Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid to Go After Your Dream Job
Matt Whitacre

Do you remember the dream job you had as a child? You might have dreamed of becoming a firefighter, a nurse, or even a photographer. You told everyone you knew about this dream. As a child, the thought of giving up on your dream job would have never crossed your mind. So, why would you give up on your dream job simply because you are now an adult?

I know it may sound cliché, but I do have a dream job. In the future, I strive to practice as a malpractice lawyer and open my own law firm. It has been a dream of mine since I was young to become a lawyer. I don't plan on ever giving up on this dream. And I sure won't stop chasing after this dream just because I am now twenty years old.

I urge you to never be afraid to go after your dream job. No matter how many people tell you your dream is impossible to reach, always stick to your goal. If you are motivated, passionate, and driven to succeed, there is nothing that can stand in your way of your dream job. The only thing in your way is you.

The world needs passionate people in every career path. There is no set career path you are supposed to follow. There is no career path that is "most successful" or "most rewarding." The best career for you is the one that you love and that allows you to positively impact others.

There will always be people you encounter in life who will try to bring you down. They may say you aren't smart enough for your dream job. They may even try to persuade you to choose a different path. I firmly believe that we all have a different purpose. We all have a gift that we are meant to share with the world. If you let others determine what is best for you, how will you ever be able to share your gifts with the world?

You should never be afraid to follow a different path than those around you. We do not all have the same strengths, personality, or skillset. If we did, the world would be a pretty boring place. We are meant to have different dreams, skills, and goals.

As we grow older, we are often taught to stop chasing our dream job and choose the easy route. I think that as we grow older, we should also grow even more determined to reach our career goals. I'm not saying it is going to be easy to attain your dream job. There will undoubtedly be challenges you must overcome. There will always be people that stand in your way. As you chase after your dream job, you must be prepared to tackle these challenges.

Despite the setbacks you will face as you go after your dream job, never stray off course. If you are passionate about something, you should always go after it. Whether you want to be a zoologist, teacher, or a singer, never be afraid to pursue your dream job.

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