Job vs. Purpose

It feels sudden that I'm reaching a point where working for somebody rather than for somebody is no longer my ideal position.  What I mean is that my job in customer services - host, cashier, barista, kitchen help - works for privileged people and helps profit the establishment owner.  Sudden because I've only held my position for a month and a half with the initial desire to grow with the new company.

I am a people pleaser; awesome at connecting with customers and efficient at getting the most amount of work done within my shift.  I want to take my talents where it can do more for other ~ where people's livelihoods benefit from my labour.  I hate looking at what my time is worth in dollars but realistically I feel like I can get paid the same amount and change people's lives for the better in the non-profits sector.

I don't wish to jump into anything uncertain but it's beginning to feel like I've found my calling.  Filling out the KidCoach application form has made me think deeply about how I see myself as well as the world.  They have invited me to participate in an Activity Day next weekend which I am stoked to volunteer at!

I honestly feel grateful for the job I have and my bosses are great people who know how to run a business and build a great team.  But I have a really big heart and I'd like to do more with it.  I have committed myself to working with the company for a year - growth has always been fundamentally important to me - and if my position changes than so be it.  I am always appreciative of my enlightened self-knowledge despite risks.