| Always Professional… What are your top
three
job frustrations?
Not enough money___ Too many hours___ Dead-end career___ Too much
paperwork___ Not enough training___
Not appreciated___ Feeling powerless___ Negative office
politics___ Sexism in the workplace___ Poor public image___
Conflicts with peers___ Bureaucratic red tape___ Conflict with
boss___ Other___ Other___
Many of you responded last month
to the above question. Thank you for your interaction! Here are the
results in reverse.
The # 3 frustration is, "Not
enough money and not enough training."
The best way to leverage yourself to make more money
is to increase your education/training, present a professional image,
make yourself indispensable, and negotiate for more money. Research
shows that more than $6 billion dollars is spent on training in North
America yearly. Resources are available for more quality training. It's
important for employees, supervisors, HR team, and the CEO to realize
the necessity of continuously sharpening the saw.
Email Brent O'Bannon if you would like consultation
on training development in your organization.
The # 2 frustration is
feeling, "Not appreciated."
Sadly, many people give tirelessly in their work with
little appreciation. We all want and need the genuine praise! In my
estimation, good workers are mostly appreciated, but the communication of
appreciation dies on the vine. It's easy to drop the ball of
communication of appreciation to your parents, significant other,
children, and friends just as we fail to express appreciation and praise to
those in the work place.
Take time this week to buy a lunch, write a note,
give a card, send some flowers, and express creative appreciation.
The #1 frustration is,
"Dead-End career."
Frustrated workers believe there is no opportunity
for meaningful advancement in their current work place. I'm amazed at
how many people remain tied to an empty career with an invisible chain.
The meaning is in your mind. Here are three questions to ask yourself.
First, do you truly realize how you can make a difference in the world
with your work? Second, are you in a career that matches your aptitudes
and passion? Third, what keeps you from spreading your wings to fly in
the direction of a meaningful career?
Talk to your EAP, meet with a mentor, diversify your
work, or email Brent O'Bannon if you need career coaching.
Call 903-819-0301 or Contact
Brent Now. |
