As a Registered Counselling Therapist at Canada Career Counselling, I often help clients navigate the challenge of balancing financial security with personal fulfillment. While money is important, focusing solely on external factors like promotions, status, or wealth can lead to obvious dissatisfaction. Research shows that aligning your career with your values is one of the six factors to consider when looking at long-term fulfillment.
At Canada Career Counselling, we guide clients in uncovering their core values to inform career decisions. For example, some individuals seek personal growth through careers that challenge and develop their abilities. Others prioritize relationships, finding meaning in work that fosters connections. Those who value creativity often thrive in artistic or innovative environments, while some are driven by a desire to contribute to society or help others improve their financial health.
Here are some common core values that guide career decisions (not an exhaustive list):
- Personal Growth
- Relationships
- Creativity
- Contribution
- Integrity
- Financial Security
- Learning
- Autonomy
- Achievement
- Authenticity
- Community Engagement
A study by Kasser and Ryan (2021) found that individuals who prioritize intrinsic goals—such as personal growth, relationships, and community engagement—experience greater well-being compared to those who pursue external rewards like money and status.
Through our proprietary career counselling process that’s second to none, I want to help you align your careers with your unique values. If you feel uncertain about your career path, call us for a free phone consult.
REFERENCES
Kasser, T., & Ryan, R. M. (2021). “A dark side of the American dream: Correlates of financial success as a central life aspiration.” Psychological Science, 32(5), 704-712.
