Facing career problems is arguably the most normal thing in the work life. Stress from work overload, a mean boss, favoritism in the office and a decrease in salary are only a few of the countless glitches that may mess up your work mode vibe. Let's take a look at five more, and try to strategize a solution for each.
1. "I hate my job!" First of all, ask yourself. Why do you hate your job? Is it because it is not categorized under the things you're most passionate about or simply because things are just not turning out well as of the moment? A healthy state of mind is a requirement during this mental struggle. Tell yourself that you can do it, hang on to the very reason why you're there in the first place. Just like what they say: "It's only a bad day, not a bad life!" So, keep your head up and remind yourself how much that job means to you. Hang in there and be a bit more patient. Maybe a little more time will make you soon realize that everything isn't that bad after all.
2. "I hate my boss!" Do you really hate your boss? Or do you hate the fact that they know when you're not on your 100%? The problem with some employees is that they think they're more stressed out than their bosses because their kind are those that seem laid-back and relaxed in their flexible and comfortable chair in their lavish offices. Here's a piece of advice: Never think of that scene ever again. The bosses deal with work load greater than yours most of the time, never underrate their capabilities. There is a reason why they're the boss. Unless they're out of bounds abusing in whatever context then that's a whole new story and should be acted upon.
3. "I want a better job!" By a better job, do you mean something else that can give you a higher pay, or those that would give you a more stable feeling at work? There are three kinds of employees. The first one is the employee that works for anyone and anywhere, as long as it keeps them financially in tact. The second one is the employee that is picky and usually wants the job that is easy and smooth sailing for them, no matter the rate of the pay. The third one is the employee that lands a job, takes good care of it, loves it may it not be their passion, and works hard to achieve their goals. Which one do you want to be?
4. "My boss has a favorite!" Does it have to do anything with you, then? So what if he has a favorite? Be your own favorite. Work harder and prove to them that you don't have to be pampered just to do a fantastic job.
5. "I want to quit!" Before anything else, evaluate your reasons why. If you are about to leave your job for the factors that can be worked on, what's the point? Would you rather be somewhere else again with the possibility of encountering worse problems? But, if it's bothering you in a way that is pretty hard to just brush off, then you have to prioritiz your well-being. Nobody else knows you like you know yourself, and if you feel like it's destroying you then yes, it's time to leave.
Toughening yourself up can't be achieved by just simple pep talks in front of the mirror and reading these kinds of articles. It comes from within you. Your healthy heart and your healthy soul will always equal to a healthy mindset and a healthy mood.
