What makes you come alive?
The One-Week Job Project was created by Sean Aiken who worked 52 jobs in 52 weeks to discover his passion.
He trekked more than 46,000 miles, slept on 55 couches, and raised over $20,000 for charity.
From a Cowboy in Wyoming, to a Fashion Buyer in Manhattan, to a Firefighter in Florida, Park Ranger in Hawaii, and Real Estate Agent in Beverly Hills, Sean learned not only about himself but also about the people around him, finding out what drives people to choose a certain career, what makes them successful, and, more importantly, what makes them happy.
A unique idea with universal themes, the project resonated with millions around the world and inspired One-Week Job projects in Australia, India, the UK, USA, and Vietnam, as well as an award-winning documentary film, student curriculum, and book published by Penguin Random House.
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Speaking events
Sean frequently speaks to audiences internationally at conferences, companies, and schools about what he learned from his experience.
curriculum: Wayfinder
Designed for Educators in a classroom setting or individuals as a self-directed course, Wayfinder focuses on the development of self-knowledge exploring themes such as: Passion, Purpose, Values, Success, Failure & Fear, among others.
Documentary film
Award-winning feature length documentary film directed by Ian MacKenzie. Educational version and license also available.
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Published by Penguin Random House, The One-Week Job Project chronicles Sean’s epic journey, and all the career and life lessons he learned working 52 jobs in 52 weeks.
“A terrific read for young people wondering what to do with their lives, and for anyone looking to change his or her life for the better.”
KEITH FERRAZZI, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Never Eat Alone
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive?”