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1. 5 reasons why passion is
important when you're looking
for a job or internship.

2. People can tell
It is often much more obvious than you think. It even comes
out over the phone or email. Most people can tell if you are
working your way down a list of companies or if you have
real interest in the company or role.

3. It can set you apart
Because it’s so obvious, if you are more passionate than
the people you are competing against for the job, it can set
you apart.

4. Passionate people want to work with people
like them
Employees want to be surrounded by people that share
their excitement and passion. They are more likely to
recommend you if they sense real passion.

5. You’ll enjoy your job more
As Confucius said “Choose a job you love, and you will
never have to work a day in your life.”

6. You’ll be better at your job
Research by BYU professors show that “people who
believe and espouse the unique values and mission of a
company end up in positions of "status and influence."”*
*http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865581718/New-BYU-study-looks-at-the-power-of-true-believers-in-the-workplace.html?pg=all

7. Wait!
What if you can’t get the job you’d be
most passionate about?
or
What if you can’t find anything you're
passionate about?

8. Balance passion with opportunity
Shoot for the stars, but balance passion with opportunity.
Not everyone can be an astronaut. You can find multiple
passions.

9. Keep exploring
Talk to as many different companies and explore as many
roles as you can. Often times as you learn about new
companies or roles, you’ll find things to be passionate
about.

10. Fake it until you make it
“Transferring your passion to your job is far easier than
finding a job that happens to match your passion.” Seth
Godin.

11. Ways to show your passion in the job hunt
1. Reach out to current employees of the company to learn more
2. Stay up to date on current events at the company
3. Use the products or services
4. Share personal stories during the interview process about your
interaction with the products or services
5. Come up with a list of thoughtful questions for the interview that
show how much research you have done
6. Tell them why you are so passionate about the company or job
7. Participate in the community of professionals for the role or
industry you are pursuing

12. Any questions?
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