Job Hunting? Here's five Ted Talks to spark Career Inspiration

You shouldn’t wake up in the morning and dread work. Your career should be something you WANT to do, not something you HAVE to do. Choosing a career path can be overwhelming and confusing. it’s okay not to know what exactly you want to do. I’ll let you in on a secret, most people have no idea what they’re doing with their lives. If you don’t like what you are doing right now, change paths. If you are about to graduate, explore different options. Productivity and success are sparked by happiness. Make sure your career is not something that drains it out of you.

Here are five ted talks that can help motivate you to quit that job you hate or guide you in the right direction post-graduation. 

1.) LARRY SMITH: WHY YOU WILL FAIL TO HAVE A GREAT CAREER

Although, the title is aggressive this ted talk keeps it real with you. Stop making excuses, if you have a passion pursue it. If you are unhappy leave. You’re in control and Larry Smith is not afraid to remind you. 

2.) Emilie Wapnick: WHY SOME OF US DON’T HAVE ONE TRUE CALLING 

Emilie Wapnick reminds you that you you don’t have to have one career path. Throughout different phases of your life you might want to experience different jobs and industries. Explore your potential You have one life, unlock your various interests.

3.) Angela Lee Duckworth: THE KEY TO SUCCESS? GRIT. 

In this ted talk Angela Lee Duckworth makes it clear that your IQ can only get you so far. You need grit, you need passion, you need perseverance. Live life like a marathon, not a sprint. 

4.) SARAH LEWIS: EMBRACE THE NEAR WIN 

Dont let your struggles make you believe you have failed. Look at the lows, the rejection, the failed opportunities as near wins. Sarah Lewis talks about taking the negatives in your life and make them into art. 

5.) Shawn Achor: THE HAPPY SECRET TO BETTER  WORK

Shawn Achor explores the idea that productivity and happiness are directly linked. Success is not based on promotions or your salary. Do what makes you happy, and success will find you.