Hi Reader, have you ever asked yourself: “What is my dream position?”

It’s a common question. Career coaches and mentors often tell us to “figure out what we like” and then build a career around it.

It sounds good, but I would argue that often, you can’t actually know what you like.

Let’s explore why - and more importantly, how you can still find the right position for yourself.

The Trap of “Know What You Like”

I have compiled a list of over 85 positions for you. Which is your dream position?

This is where many career coaches and gurus go wrong.

They encourage you to list your skills, answer a few questions, and then align them with what you “like.”

The problem is that they share feel-good advice - making you feel better, because you are told that “you have everything you need inside you” or that “you deserve a good position because of your skills.”

Once you start being concrete or applying, you end up feeling lost and reality chews you up. But by then, the post, talk or workshop of the coach is long over.

Why You Often Can’t Know What You Like

To keep it short, there are three big reasons. And those are essential for later lessons too:

​1. You don’t know yourself

Much of what drives us lies in the subconscious. Only very few people have deep insight into their own motivations — and it usually takes years to get there.

Add to that the fact that you have experienced a limited set of experiences. You can imagine what an environment feels like, but you don’t know your emotional reaction until you’re in it

> It’s like movies or books: someone can tell you the plot, but you will need to experience it to find out whether you enjoy it.

2. You don’t know the job market.

There are far more career paths than you’re aware of.

Many positions you’ve never even heard of. And for the ones you do know, are you really sure what the day-to-day looks like?
Moreover, team dynamics and culture can vary significantly.


​3. “Liking” Might Not Be The Point

It feels weird to realize but thinking about what you like can actually mislead you.

We often grow to like the things we do consistently. Maybe more importantly, we like tasks we get good at — because skill brings success and confidence.

And for those with a deeper drive, what matters most isn’t what you like, but what feels meaningful.

Passion comes from purpose – just think about marathon runners or entrepreneurs. It’s about what gets you out of bed in the morning, and this is your fun.

Why You Are Not Lost!

If you don’t know what you like, you’re not lost. You’re just asking the wrong question.

Here’s a practical first step:
Take the list of career options and google one new role each day. In another LinkedIn post, I share what others advise too.

However, in the following weeks, we will explore which questions you should ask and how to answer them effectively and realistically.

> Instead of asking yourself what you like, we will focus on helping you discover new things about yourself - being honest and open. Creating a safe space to do this, and providing guidance that actually helps

You don’t need to know what makes you happy in order to build a happy future.

How We Feel Today
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