Not everyone is fortunate enough to get the job of their wish and not everyone is bestowed with a job they like cent percent, but considering the current economic slowdown, those employed should consider themselves lucky.
However, many employees still feel dissatisfied by their job – a problem that can be addressed given the right advice.
Here are some easy tips on how to deal with the frustrations of being stuck in an unsatisfying work environment and renew zeal for your job.
1. List out pains and pleasures of your job.
Ben Ampil, managing director of the Amplius Training Consultancy Group, recommends making a “pain and pleasure” list. If you think your job is scary, you can reverse this mindset by thinking about more pain you will have if you don’t have a job.
List down the inconveniences and hassles that would come up if your boss suddenly fires you like unpaid bills or losing your home and car. Try to come up with something that gives you pleasure while working at your current job like a favourite officemate or a time when your boss appreciated you for doing something. “You may soon find yourself nodding and saying to yourself, ‘This is a great job after all!’,” Ampil said.
2. Find the cause of your discontent.
Think why you don’t like you job and what makes your job insipid? Analyze if it is working itself or a specific factor in your current job (a demanding boss, difficult colleagues, low salary). Ampil said if you are a slacker by nature, then changing jobs is not the answer. “However, if your dissatisfaction stems from a specific condition, then that could be addressed,” he said.
3. Be part of the solution.
If you get successful enough to be able to find the cause of your job dissatisfaction, then the problem can be addressed, Ampil suggests proactive ways to make the best out of your situation. When approaching your boss or human resources officer to discuss your concerns, it is important that you have constructive recommendations to offer. “Merely whining about your lot in life without offering any reasonable alternatives is a sure fire formula for exacerbating your discontent – and endangering your upcoming performance appraisal,” Ampil said.
4. Find companions.
Enjoying companions at work can actually help you see a satisfying spot in a dreary job. According to medical technologist Vanessa Tabernejo, finding friends at work “keeps you sane and gives you reasons to stay in your job.”
5. Take some time out.
Whenever possible, take a vacation to help clear your mind, get some fresh air in and get a new perspective on things. Exhaustion and stress can contribute to frustrations and pessimism toward work. Relaxation and a simple change of pace and environment helps providing solace to your soul.
6. Always be thankful.
It would be very helpful if you acquire an “attitude of gratitude.” Try to count your blessings. The fact that you posses a job itself sets you apart from millions of Filipinos who are not as fortunate.
7. Only you can manage your career!
Remember that you have the power to manage your career and are primarily responsible for it, so don’t feel helpless and wallow in self-pity. Instead, check multiple other options available to you, in your present company or elsewhere. Ampil said you may consider having an honest discussion with your boss about your problems at work and tell him or her that you want to discover other options within your company. Staying focused and increasing and polishing your skills can also help you get out of your work rut. Try joining seminars or applying for post-graduate studies.
8. Get real.
Recognize that the idea of a perfect company or dream job is really an impossible dream. There will always be challenges and problems in job, be it any organization. If you find yourself falling into the habit of constantly switching jobs, stop and think! The so ideal company may actually have turned out to be imperfect simply because you joined it.
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