Get focused

The job or career you feel would be best for you at a given time may differ from what you're actually doing.  Its helpful to view your day-to-day activities as opportunities for transition and change.  You can get more focused on what you would really like to do.  Consider these tips:

1) When will you get organized?  No time like the present to get yourself in gear.  It may require some time to sift though your thoughts and figure out what you like and dislike about what you're doing now.  Remind yourself each thing you do is preparing you for other things.  It's up to you to determine and shape what the new things will be.  Consulting a coach will help you probe yourself and get you planning.

2) Would you prefer to work for yourself or not?  Different personalities would be compatible with different work environments.  As you learn to assess your strengths and weaknesses, it will become more apparent whether you believe you have the skills and inclination toward particular work environments.  Entrepreneurs require different skills than employees or investors.  Maybe you sense you would are drawn to multiple roles?  Self-reflection and focused discussions will keep you on course.

3) Does shift work appeal? In this context, you would also likely consider if you prefer night shifts, day shifts or perhaps some combination.  In some work environments, you would have the choice.  Are you a night owl? Are you more energetic in the morning? Your energy levels and how you react to light and darkness will influence what choices work well (or not) for you.

4) What are your skills and talents?  To identify skill sets is something that will benefit your future work choices.  Most people enjoy work more if they're doing something that appeals.  It makes sense to examine what kinds of work you have done in the past and what skills or talents have surfaced or been developed.  Some of them may be transferable to new work environments. 

5) Describe your ideal position:  Be detailed. What would you be selling or what services would you be providing? How much money would you be earning? Where would you work? For whom? What about your clients? Whom would you help? In which capacities? The more honest and precise you are, the easier it will be to uncover skills you may overlook and identify desirable qualifications you need to obtain.