How do I find the perfect job ?

Finding the perfect job boils down to two factors, reflection and connection. It starts with knowing who you are and what you want, then taking steps to make it happen. Self-reflection can help you to discover what you can offer a workplace. 

The pathway to the perfect job emerges as you get to know yourself, what you can offer and understand the job opportunities available.

Follow the steps in the six Ps below to help you reflect and understand what your perfect job would be to put you on the right track to finding your ideal job.   

Passion

Think about what gets you out of bed in morning. Do any topics get you excited when you talk or think about them? Are there activities that you enjoy so much that time flies when you do them?  

Your interests, skills and hobbies provide handy clues to what motivates or inspires you. They don’t have to be work-related things. Take what you’re passionate about or good at and see how that fits into the workplace. You might discover something new that you want to explore or skills you hope to learn. The perfect job should sustain your interest. 

Think about what makes you tick so that you can find the best job for you.  

Purpose  

What’s important to you? Most people are motivated by more than just money. Meaningful work is a job with purpose. It provides a real sense of contributing towards making a difference. This can come from what you are passionate about and help you to choose the industry you want to work in.  

Have a think about the type of business you want to work for. It’s good to look at what a company does, but also how do they do it, to see if the approach aligns with your own values and preferences. Working with purpose feels good. You’ll gain a sense of pride as you collaborate with colleagues to deliver a service or product to customers or communities. 

Are there life goals that meaningful work can help you to achieve – financial stability, healthy lifestyle or flexible work, for example? The perfect job will bring benefits to your life, and these might extend to your family or community, win-win! 

People  

Many employees choose jobs to help people. Consider how your skills and capabilities support customers or clients. What problems might you solve? Maybe you’ll help people to access a service, so that they feel better. Perhaps you’ll fix their car so they can get to work on time.  

Are you a people person or do you prefer to be behind the scenes? Some people thrive engaging with the public while others like to work independently. Are you a thinker, a doer or a connector? Maybe you’re good with numbers or talking to people? Do you fancy hands-on work or want your head in the digital cloud?  

When you join a workplace, you become part of a team. You’ll see colleagues regularly, and it’s inspiring to be a part of something in which everyone has a role to play. You can also network in your local community and get to know lots of people. Think about how you see yourself fitting into an organisation, interacting with other staff and external people to understand if the organisation is a fit for you.

Place    

Work is worth travelling for but ideally your new job will be in a location not too far from home. It’s good to maintain a work-life balance and too much travel can get in the way. Wherever you find it, the workplace will become a community for you. Look for employers with a good organisational culture, who treat their people well. Jot down a list of workplace features that matter to you; do they have good values, produce something meaningful or have an inclusive culture? These are examples of some of the features you might look for in a business.  

The workplace equipment and occupational health and safety is also important. Are they willing to make modifications so that the office, factory or café is safe and ready for you when you’re ready for work? 

Plan

The next step is to develop a job plan. The plan identifies your employment goals and the services and training you need to find and keep a job. 

Prepare your cover letter and update your resume. Consider undertaking job interview training to empower you to overcome barriers to employment. This will give you the best chance at working on your strengths, finding the right job and staying in paid employment.  

The plan helps with motivation and perseverance too. It can seem overwhelming when you first begin to search for the perfect job. But having a plan can keep you on track for your future career. 

Partner

All this leads us to another P word on the road to finding your perfect job: partner.  

That is exactly what CVGT Employment is. We’ll be there with you at every step along the way as you look for work, prepare for your first interview, and start the new job. 

We’ve been connecting people to meaningful work for over 40 years. That means we’re experienced in supporting all types of people from all walks of life. 

CVGT Employment supports individuals of all ages and backgrounds, including those with disabilities, mental health conditions and autism, in finding meaningful employment opportunities. We support parents returning to work, people seeking an apprenticeship and people who need to access inclusive employment services.  

No matter who you are and what your story is, you will be supported and encouraged from the moment you contact us.   

With CVGT Employment as your job partner, the perfect job is within your reach. We think you’ll be Pleased (with a capital P). 

Connect with CVGT Employment

Contact CVGT Employment on 132 848 or visit cvgt.com.au to discover how we can provide dedicated, personalised support every step of the way.

You can also find a local CVGT Employment branch near you here.