Employees are often stuck in unfulfilling work and reluctant to quit. Either because of economic circumstances or simply because they lack the skills or confidence to pursue their dream career, they settle.

According to The Conference Board’s recent study, only 45 percent Americans are satisfied in their current job.

For those who are looking to find a better career, it can be overwhelming. Maggie Mistal is a certified career coach who specializes helping people find their passion and work they love. She recommends that people break down the process in three steps.

1. 1. Soul Search

Reflect on your talents and skills, and what you’d like to do to help an organization.

“I help people see there are many facets to their ideal careers, and while salary is important, it’s not alone on the list,”Mistal.

Mistal will only recommend that you move on to the next steps after you have completed the soul search.

2. 2.

Once you have identified your key skills and interests, it is time to start researching the career path you want to follow.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Handbook is a great resource. You can access it online and find job descriptions, average salaries, and projections for areas that will grow over the next few years.

You might find that there are gaps in your knowledge and skills required to advance in the fields you are interested. You may have to return to school in some cases to get an additional degree.

“While going back to school may seem overwhelming, schools like DeVry University, for example, do a great job offering flexible scheduling options that allow students to take courses onsite or online, or a combination of both,”Mistal. “Having the ability to complete your education while balancing job and family commitments can help ease stress as you change careers.”

3. 3.

If you have a strong network, it will make the job of searching for your dream job easier.

“A great place to start building relationships is with your professors,”Mistal. “Students at schools like DeVry University have an advantage because many are taught by industry-leading professionals who work in the same fields they teach.”

Individuals will feel confident to start the career they want by following these steps. It’s a common saying that “Everybody wins.” “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

Visit devry.edu to learn more about the in-demand careers you are interested in. For advice on how to find work that you love, visit Maggie Mistal’s website http://maggiemistal.com.