It is a fact that nowadays people enjoy more freedom in their career options than ever before. For some people, they would rather stay unemployed if the job is unsatisfying. My view is that people need to be realistic while enjoying their right to pursue their dream jobs.

On the one hand, I agree job satisfaction is a critical factor for one’s life satisfaction and wellbeing. It is believed that only by doing a job people enjoy can they achieve a sense of fulfillment and have their value recognized. In contrast, if a person feel unhappy at work for a long time, he or she is likely to develop negative emotions like depression and desperation, which is both physically and mentally unhealthy. Therefore, it is better for people unhappy with their jobs stay unemployed temporarily and take the advantage of this free period to upgrade themselves, whether through a job workshop or professional training courses.  

On the other hand, I believe that people need to take various factors into consideration before they make a career decision.  First, as for most people, they need a salary to support themselves. As undesirable as the job is, it may be the main source of income for a family and therefore it is indispensable. If people, particularly young graduates who have little savings in their bank accounts, stay unemployed for a long time, they will bring financial burden to their family. Over the time, their energy, willpower and self-esteem will suffer too, which is unhelpful for their later career development. In addition, people do not understand their interest and strength at the beginning until they take jobs and gain more insight into their current jobs. If one insists staying unemployed before he can land an ideal job, he might also lose the chance to explore his potential.

In conclusion, I think that seeking one's favorite job is vital for the long-term career success and personal achievement, but for most people, particularly the freshmen in the workplace, it is wise to take advantage of the job they have, as this job can not only cover their basic needs, but also enables them to identify their interest. (By Amy)