How to Do Your Dream Job Now - and Later

It’s easy to see your first job as a waiting room for the “real” one. 

But the only way to get there is to do your current job well. You won’t be promoted if you’re not doing good work.

Second, look for skills you can bring to your dream job. Even if the tasks are unrelated, there are always skills — communication, time management, computer skills — that you can learn. Being proactive turns any job into a skills-building opportunity.

Third, grab small opportunities to do your dream job now. If you want to lead, volunteer to train a new hire. If you want to get into marketing, offer to work on a campaign. If you aspire to advise clients, help them in ways you’re able.

Your current job won’t hold you back — if you won’t let it. 

Make the most of it.