Right now, you might be in a meaningless job. If you don’t put in those numbers, does it make any difference? If you find yourself asking this, it’s probably a sign that your career doesn’t feel as meaningful as it should. That can be soul-crushing because don’t forget you’ll spend thirty percent of your life. Taking into account the time you spend sleeping, stuck in traffic or on the toilet and you’ll probably spend more time at work than doing anything else. So, it should be meaningful right? Then let’s look at some of the ways you can make that true.
Work For A Charity
Most people don’t know that charities are actually massive machines. They require a number of different people with a range of skills. You might have a cause close to your heart. But you thought, hey, Peta don’t need a writer. They might, charities need marketing the same as any other business. So, if you have skills here, then you should consider checking out whether your favorite charity is hiring.
They’ll be looking to fill various roles from accounting to marketing and even legal. The fact is that if you are highly educated, there’s probably a charity that could make use of you. There’s plenty of jobs for unskilled workers too.
Protecting Those In Need
There are plenty of people in the world who need your protection from regular members of the public to vulnerable groups such as the children in the elderly. It’s difficult to think of a role more meaningful than this, and it would suit a wide range of people. You might be interested in pursuing an active career that puts you in the heart of the action. If that’s the case, get tactical security training and start applying for jobs when you can protect and serve. One option would certainly be the police force.
If you want a quieter role that’s just as impactful, consider becoming a counselor. Counselors often help children and people who tend to have no one else to talk to but desperately need someone to lean on.
Saving Lives
Alternatively, maybe you want to spend your day making a difference by saving lives. Nursing staff and doctors, as well as paramedics, do this every day. Each role requires different levels of training and academic achievement so could be suitable for anyone looking to help and make a difference.
Help The Next Generation
Don’t believe the old cliche that those who can’t do end up teaching. It’s not true at all and teaching is one of the most meaningful roles you can get. Ask anyone, and they will be able to tell you about the teacher that changed their life and helped them get through school or made it worth it. You could be that teacher, even if it is just for one student. The government are desperate for teachers right now so if this idea sounds appealing to you and you have time to do a year of studies, this could be a fantastic choice for you.
We hope at least one of these roles appeals to you and helps you make a difference.
