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Pursue What You Love While Working Full-Time

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As a recent graduate, I am conflicted if I should pursue what I love or work full-time in the corporate field. I was inspired to write this article after listening to Jay Shetty’s podcast episode titled, 3 Ways to Grow Your Passion Even With a Full-Time Job.

Jay Shetty is an award-winning host, storyteller, and viral content creator. He is one of my online mentors for life, relationship and career advice.

One of my favourite quotes from this modernized monk is,

“If you don’t sacrifice for what you want, what you want becomes the sacrifice” (Jay Shetty).

Jay Shetty talks about how many of us are “scared of being seen at the bottom. We are scared of having those awkward conversations of what we’re doing now.” It’s difficult to leave behind what we know and venture into new territories. To navigate these realms of uncertainty and decide if we should pursue what we love, Jay Shetty tells us to focus on what we can do.

Jay Shetty’s Career Tips

Here is Jay Shetty’s quick guide on building your passion while working a full-time job.

Stop putting pressure on yourself to start over. Just start building a bridge now! The first step is to start small. “You don’t have to quit what you are doing in order to test, experiment and build something new. You don’t have to take the leap before building a bridge.”
If you look at your current path and look at the higher authorities in your position, ask yourself, “Is that where I want to be when I am that age? Is that what I want to be doing when I am that age?” If your answer is no, then what are you doing? Why work on something if you are not planning to become better at it?
You need to have extreme focus.
- “When you choose entertainment, you escape. When you choose education, you elevate.” You need to invest in education, coaching and mentoring programs. It requires time and energy to build your passion and to find your purpose.

Concluding Remarks

As I venture out into the corporate world, it is reassuring to hear that I don’t have to abandon everything to pursue what I love. The key message here is to start building a bridge now!

Check out his website, On Purpose podcast and youtube channel.

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