Let your career goal be flexible- don’t focus on a fixed endpoint but focus on a continuous shift in the direction of financial, spiritual, emotional, social and career development.
Fact-checking the work culture before applying for a job is essential because employers are skillful at creating false images. I go through Glassdoor employee reviews to learn what's happening under the false facade.
You are spot on. I absolutely HATE in person work positions. I love working for myself. I just need to get more projects. I have been independent for a long time
After chasing down and getting what I thought was my dream job working on exotic cars, I changed careers and accidentally found more satisfaction than I ever thought I would in mechatronics. I've been doing it over 5 years now and it still feels like I'm being paid well for having tryluly relentless fun. It's also big enough of a company with enough turnover that I get the chance to delve into psychology and often use my intuitive people reading in a supervisory role. It might not be what you think it is, but your dream job probably does exist.
Dream job: feeling fulfilled, high autonomy, the propensity to expand and be somewhat entrepreneurial with the potential to make a lot of money…not so we can show it off, but so that we can feel safe and plan our cozy future. The dream job is doing something that doesn’t feel so much like a 9-5 grind, but something you can do forever, while using our own creative spin and never really have to retire from. IMO
INFJ here and I just left what I thought was my dream job. I lasted a year and a half and it ultimately came down to an ethical reason and it not aligning with my values. This video was perfect timing for me to see.
Soo weird...cos this is something Im going through now, I quickly said yes to a job I thought was dream job, only to realize wait a minute certain aspect of it isnt aligned with me
Worked the corporate world till 30 years old, then started my own company. PROBLEM was - I could hire anyone to work for me because I thought they should have the same work ethics that I naturally did.
I might have figured this out unconsciously but one of the reasons I didn't pursue a non-tech field was the politics and the social maneuvering. At least in tech you have to demonstrate genuine ability and I'm all for meritocratic fairness. Currently am WFH and don't need to care about office drama. The work is tough but I code what needs to be done and close the laptop.
I am really enjoying your really insightful videos! I went self employed because I always felt trapped in employed jobs - I always felt like I wanted to escape! It felt amazing once I became a self employed handyman. However, I do suffer from anxiety when things don't go so well and ensuring I'm bringing in enough money per month. I am not great at valuing myself and charging accordingly. So sometimes I do think about going back to employment.
As big picture intuitive’s, we often don’t look into the details. Although sometimes we have to experience those unpleasantries to learn that it’s not a good fit. It’s only if we stick around in those unideal situations, that it becomes a bigger issue. For ex. burnout and impairment.
Thank you 👍 Since I found out I'm an INJF a lot of things have been clearified for me, about myself. This video is absolutely describing whats going on in my head.. I've recently once again choosed to leave a job only after two months and finding out it was a crazy circus kind of place.. and now what to do....I totaly understand the idea about working by myself but it's a financially risky thing..so... trying to find a new employment but it has to be balanced, nice and polite coworkers, a variation of duties and most of all.. I'm working best on my own but at the same time I don't want to be all by myself..I like to have nice people around me but not interfering.... Looking very much forward to pension and to be free from employmentslavery.... Good luck to all INFJ out there! ❤
This is just … OMG I am just binge watching your videos and gaining SO much validation. This is awesome. You are just the BEST out there Laura, I really want to join some of your classes in the near future! I HAVE A QUESTION … How would I know if I am an INFP OR and INFJ other than taking a test? I have ADHD and maybe a bit of autism, so i kinda feel like I am pulled in both directions!
Hate i missed your workshop. I jv a business and marketing has been my greatest resistance but also my infj brain and its large cloud of ideas that proloferate. I hope you offer ot again. Im on yr email list but somehow missed it.
Hey Lauren, really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with Best Quality Editing in your videos better than your Editor with good pricing and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail which will help your videos to reach to a wider audience ? Pls let me know what do you think ?
My dream job is to own my own vacation rental again so I can have freedom. I had one and My mother ruined my business and now I am trying to rebuild it . Massage therapy will get me there . It’s meaningful yet can be part time … this will show stability for a bank to give me a loan …. That way I can get the heck away from her forever.
And what do you do when you are an INFJ who doesn't know what she likes or what she's good at while living in an unpredictable and scary world in which there's no jobs for young people and not high enough salaries to pay the bills? I just want stability. A job that I can be sure that I won't lose. An stable income every month. Being able to spend time with my loved ones. It seems impossible.
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Showing up to work in a false way is completely unacceptable for an INFJ. Absolutely. Excellent insight.
Let your career goal be flexible- don’t focus on a fixed endpoint but focus on a continuous shift in the direction of financial, spiritual, emotional, social and career development.
I now see each job as an opportunity to fulfill my life purposes and move on when finished rather than searching for a dream job.❤
I totally resonate with this!
Love that.
Fact-checking the work culture before applying for a job is essential because employers are skillful at creating false images. I go through Glassdoor employee reviews to learn what's happening under the false facade.
That is spectacular advice. From one INFJ to (probably) another INFJ or INFP -Thank you!!
@@williamcastilla1963 As a lie detector, it's enjoyable. 😁
Indeed also has company reviews and those can be helpful in the job search.
My dream job is working on the Federal Reserve Board. This way i can just print my own money and take lots of naps with my doggies and kitties
You are spot on. I absolutely HATE in person work positions. I love working for myself. I just need to get more projects. I have been independent for a long time
Autonomy is the highest priority for me as well. I hate company politics and loathing micromanaging
After chasing down and getting what I thought was my dream job working on exotic cars, I changed careers and accidentally found more satisfaction than I ever thought I would in mechatronics. I've been doing it over 5 years now and it still feels like I'm being paid well for having tryluly relentless fun. It's also big enough of a company with enough turnover that I get the chance to delve into psychology and often use my intuitive people reading in a supervisory role.
It might not be what you think it is, but your dream job probably does exist.
Cannot agree more. 20 years into my career I’m still looking for that dream job. Thank you ❤❤❤❤
Same. I’m a registered nurse for 20 yrs and I love helping ppl. But I want to do something that is my own. Still searching out ideas.
Dream job: feeling fulfilled, high autonomy, the propensity to expand and be somewhat entrepreneurial with the potential to make a lot of money…not so we can show it off, but so that we can feel safe and plan our cozy future. The dream job is doing something that doesn’t feel so much like a 9-5 grind, but something you can do forever, while using our own creative spin and never really have to retire from. IMO
INFJ here and I just left what I thought was my dream job. I lasted a year and a half and it ultimately came down to an ethical reason and it not aligning with my values. This video was perfect timing for me to see.
Soo weird...cos this is something Im going through now, I quickly said yes to a job I thought was dream job, only to realize wait a minute certain aspect of it isnt aligned with me
Worked the corporate world till 30 years old, then started my own company. PROBLEM was - I could hire anyone to work for me because I thought they should have the same work ethics that I naturally did.
I might have figured this out unconsciously but one of the reasons I didn't pursue a non-tech field was the politics and the social maneuvering. At least in tech you have to demonstrate genuine ability and I'm all for meritocratic fairness. Currently am WFH and don't need to care about office drama. The work is tough but I code what needs to be done and close the laptop.
I like that. But in my experience, some people play a drama on online meeting platforms. It's so annoying. 😮💨
I am an INFJ and I have my dream job.
Tell us more!
I am really enjoying your really insightful videos! I went self employed because I always felt trapped in employed jobs - I always felt like I wanted to escape! It felt amazing once I became a self employed handyman. However, I do suffer from anxiety when things don't go so well and ensuring I'm bringing in enough money per month. I am not great at valuing myself and charging accordingly. So sometimes I do think about going back to employment.
As big picture intuitive’s, we often don’t look into the details. Although sometimes we have to experience those unpleasantries to learn that it’s not a good fit. It’s only if we stick around in those unideal situations, that it becomes a bigger issue. For ex. burnout and impairment.
Thank you 👍 Since I found out I'm an INJF a lot of things have been clearified for me, about myself. This video is absolutely describing whats going on in my head.. I've recently once again choosed to leave a job only after two months and finding out it was a crazy circus kind of place.. and now what to do....I totaly understand the idea about working by myself but it's a financially risky thing..so... trying to find a new employment but it has to be balanced, nice and polite coworkers, a variation of duties and most of all.. I'm working best on my own but at the same time I don't want to be all by myself..I like to have nice people around me but not interfering.... Looking very much forward to pension and to be free from employmentslavery....
Good luck to all INFJ out there! ❤
Oh boy did I need this today. Thank you!!
thank you for speaking about those concerns, because it really is the resistance.
This is just … OMG I am just binge watching your videos and gaining SO much validation. This is awesome. You are just the BEST out there Laura, I really want to join some of your classes in the near future!
I HAVE A QUESTION … How would I know if I am an INFP OR and INFJ other than taking a test? I have ADHD and maybe a bit of autism, so i kinda feel like I am pulled in both directions!
Thank you for this video! :)
Hate i missed your workshop. I jv a business and marketing has been my greatest resistance but also my infj brain and its large cloud of ideas that proloferate. I hope you offer ot again. Im on yr email list but somehow missed it.
People pleasing is also narcissistic.
And it is narcissistic to claim otherwise.
Looking forward to more info about your course ❤ How much it costs?
I'm so blessed to have found this channel thank you so much❤.
Hi Lauren! When do you might offer this course again?
So we get steamrolled?? Is that what this is??
It's May 9 so I guess I missed but im not in USA anyway.
Hey Lauren, really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with Best Quality Editing in your videos better than your Editor with good pricing and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail which will help your videos to reach to a wider audience ? Pls let me know what do you think ?
thanks Lauren
My dream job is to own my own vacation rental again so I can have freedom. I had one and My mother ruined my business and now I am trying to rebuild it . Massage therapy will get me there . It’s meaningful yet can be part time … this will show stability for a bank to give me a loan …. That way I can get the heck away from her forever.
Do you offer any scholarships?
And what do you do when you are an INFJ who doesn't know what she likes or what she's good at while living in an unpredictable and scary world in which there's no jobs for young people and not high enough salaries to pay the bills? I just want stability. A job that I can be sure that I won't lose. An stable income every month. Being able to spend time with my loved ones. It seems impossible.
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I think your video is mediocre. A little contradictory and self reflected. I dont believe all this info is specific to INFJ or INFP.