Jan 11, 2012 (PRN): In a commencement address delivered by the late Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple Computer and of Pixar Animation Studios, on 12 June 2005 he told the audience of future bankers, lawyers and engineers that you've got to find what you love. So with this advice in mind, is 2012 going to be the year you find your dream job?

"Those who are successfully working in their dream job are passionate about what they do but your dream job doesn't always just fall into your lap," says Christine Wright, Managing Director of Hays in Japan.

"For those graduates who are about to enter the workforce for the first time, or for those considering a mid-career change, we advise you to list your natural abilities and the skills you enjoy and then consider how these abilities and skills could be used to contribute to an organisation."

Christine says there are no quick or easy answers but there are a few things you can do to help you find your way when entering the workforce or making a mid-career change to help you achieve your dream job.

List your skills: "Think of the big picture and consider not only what professional experience you have, but also your talents and your hobbies," says Christine. "List the things you are good at and highlight those you enjoy."

Describe your personality: "To help you determine what type of career you are best suited for, think about your personality traits. Are you meticulous with an eye for detail or are you strategic with a big picture view? Do you enjoy working in a team or do you prefer to work on your own?"

List your priorities: "List what is most important to you in your career and your values. For example, are you looking for a career that challenges and rewards you? Should it be something you are passionate about and inspired by? Is work/life balance more important to you than money?"

Identify what your dream job isn't: "Here you should not only think about what type of roles but also what things you are not willing to compromise on, such as hours worked, pay and location. Consider also your values in this context; for example your dream job wouldn't take you away from the things that are important to you in life."

Define your dream job: "The next step is to develop a loose description of your dream job." Christine suggests you start by asking yourself these questions:

- Who/what would you like to work with?

- Where do you want to work?

- What type of tasks do you want to work on?

- What type of work will make you truly happy?

"Collating this information will provide you with a synopsis of who you are and will help you determine your dream job."

Plan to reach your dream job: "Once you know what your dream job is, you just need to develop a plan to get it," says Christine, who suggests you:

- Research the industry as well as the knowledge and skills you will need.

- Network and get to know people in the industry. Not only will this help you get a better understanding of the industry and if you like it, but it will put you in contact with potential employers.

- Take action. If you don't already have the skills, how do you get them? Will you need training? Maybe you need to update your resume? When ready, speak to a trusted recruiter to access and apply for your dream job.

Christine knows the value of reaching your dream job. "At Hays we work with thousands of people every day to connect them with the right job, which can transform their life for the better."

Hays, the world's leading recruiting experts in qualified, professional and skilled people.

About Hays

Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. It is the expert at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Japan KK ("Hays Japan") operates across the private sector, dealing in permanent positions, contract roles and temporary assignments. Hays Japan this year celebrates its tenth anniversary, and is the only foreign recruitment company in Japan to operate specialist business units composed of professionals with experience and expertise in the sectors they cover. Hays Japan's thirteen specialisms span Accountancy & Finance, Banking, Finance Technology, Human Resources, Hays Resource Management, Information Technology, Insurance, Legal, Life Sciences, Office Professionals, Property, Sales & Marketing and Supply Chain.

Hays Japan is also the only foreign recruitment company in Japan to operate three local offices, serving the Kanto region from Akasaka and Shinjuku, and Kansai from central Osaka.

Hays Japan is the local representative office for Hays plc, which is a global company with more than 7,600 staff operating from 255 offices across 31 countries.

Hays operates in the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, China, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, the United Kingdom and the USA.

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