The continuation of my public introspection as I read “48 Days to the Work You Love” by Dan Miller (my answers to the questions at the end of each chapter): 

1. Do you understand your areas of competence?
Yes, I think so. I work well with details. I am very comfortable with forms, numbers, spreadsheets. I like solving logic puzzles. I work well on my own but I like being surrounded by people. I rarely want to be in charge and would rather be a support to those in charge, to enable them to focus on what they do best.

2. Do you feel trapped because of your current or past work experience?
A little. Looking back it seems as if I’ve been on a hamster wheel. I don’t feel like I’ve learned anything new or grown in my skills much.

3. Do you recognize how easily your abilities may transfer to a new industry or profession?
Yes. My strengths are of an administrative nature so they fit well into any industry.

4. Can you see value in those things you may have done as a volunteer through your church or community?
Absolutely. I’ve done a lot of volunteering - some in leadership roles but mostly in supportive roles. All of it required some stretch outside of my comfort zone and helped to build my character and confidence.

5. Are there skills or training you need to make you a candidate for the work you love?
Oh, tons. Just need to nail down a plan and figure out from there what training I need. If it’s budget counseling I am looking into training through Crown Ministries or Dave Ramsey’s office.

6. Has God given you abilities that do not match your desires? If so, how can you reconcile those?
Not that I can think of, though I am getting a little bored with accounting.

Previous Chapters:
My “48 Days” Journey - Chapter 1
My “48 Days” Journey - Chapter 2
My “48 Days” Journey - Chapter 3
My “48 Days” Journey - Chapter 4
My “48 Days” Journey - Chapter 5