The ‘dream job’ myth: Why a fulfilling career does not have to define your life

By Valerie Onyia Babatope, Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management, MacEwan University

At some point, most of us have heard the same advice about work: find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life.

The idea of a “dream job” sounds inspiring, even noble; it suggests that work can be a source of meaning, identity and personal fulfillment. But this ideal can also create a significant amount of pressure, especially for those just entering the workforce.

If your career does not feel like a calling — or if your interests change over time and your work no longer feels…

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