I had many people question why I left a successful career in media sales for recruitment. An industry that can be perceived in very much the wrong light, fraught with many challenges and often a perception that recruiters are out to make a quick buck. I won’t lie, there has been many times that I have questioned my decision, with constant disappointments as we deal with a product that has emotions, changing needs and just dealing with life in general.

So why do I do it you may ask? Just the other day I received an email from an overseas candidate I placed, who had been trying to enter the Australian market for over a year and stated that it was the best feeling he has ever had since hearing news of his wife being pregnant. Fair to say, more satisfying than any sales deal I got across the line.

Moral to the story ….. Happiness equals success, NOT success equals happiness . For so long I had this the wrong way around!

I would encourage anyone to go out and find what makes them truly tick, what excites them to get up every morning and pursue that – life is short so make it count. I wish had the courage to do this a long time ago.

Of course if you are looking for that next exciting move within media, I would be delighted to assist and have a confidential chat.

Adrian Fowler is talent lead for S2M within the sales and media agency/client side space, who are a renowned specialist recruitment agency in the Digital and Media arena. He has over 10 years in the Media industry and knows first hand the companies and agencies that he represents. For a confidential chat with a passionate recruiter, please go to www.s2m.com.au or reach out directly at adrian.fowler@s2m.com.au.