Dream Jobs That Keep the Same Spirit

Louisiana leaders were asked to name a job they would choose if their current career wasn’t an option. The answers reveal that most still want to build, create and leave a mark.

• Finance Executive – Studied finance at Entergy Corp.
  Dream job: Musician, drawn to the improvisation and teamwork of live bands.

• Former Health Secretary / Startup CEO
  Dream job: Interior design shop owner, using a creative eye to transform spaces.

• Architect
  Dream job: Ecologist, removing invasive plants and letting natural beauty grow.

• Commercial Broker & Brewery Owner
  Dream job: Construction project manager or hand‑swinging hammer, loving the process of making something from scratch.

• Real‑Estate Founder
  Dream job: Lead the New Orleans Recreation Department to improve public facilities for kids.

• Entrepreneur
  Dream job: School counselor, but ultimately fell in love with real‑estate strategy and negotiation.

All share a desire to help others—whether through art, design, business or community service. Their stories show that even if the job title changes, the core drive to create and impact remains strong.