Why Interest Matters in Choosing the Right Career

04/09/2025 4 min Episodio 4
Why Interest Matters in Choosing the Right Career

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of My Talents in Action, we explore why aligning your career with your interests matters more than any paycheck. Erica unpacks how interests shape motivation, satisfaction, and long-term success, drawing on John Holland's RIASEC model to highlight six core career themes. You'll learn how to identify your own interests through quizzes and reflection, recognize signs of career misalignment, and discover ways to realign your work with what energizes you. Whether you're starting out, pivoting, or reshaping your current role, this episode shows how honoring your interests can guide you toward a fulfilling, resilient, and authentic career.