They say that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. So, do you love your job?
Since so much of our time is spent either at work, travelling to and from work, or thinking about work … it inevitably plays a huge role in our lives. Yet, for many of us, career dreams are just that: dreams. The practical realities of paying the bills and putting food on the table and the kids trough school often means doing a job that you don’t enjoy. Hey, that’s why it’s called work, right?!
However, if sappy career lovers that constantly gush over their jobs make you wonder whether you’ve made the right career choice, here’s what you need to know.
Chances are your work patterns have been significantly disrupted due to the pandemic. This however gives you a great opportunity to look with new distance and objectivity at your job, your colleagues, and the company you’re working for.
As you return to a more “normal” work pattern – you’ll be reminded with fresh eyes of all the things you love (or don’t love) about your career.
Here are a few ways to know whether you’re on the right track:
The secret to happiness at work go beyond the points above – If you have at least 4 of the 8 points covered, consider yourself lucky.
There’s obviously more to the story – but work that’s meaningful and done with colleagues who care, will give you a running start to a joyful experience.
Have a great week!
Source: glassdoor.com, forbes.com, lifehack.org, helpguide.org, thejobnetwork.com, allbusiness.com, vocal.media
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