Monthly Archives: November 2012

Today’s opportunities

Deep within all human beings is the desire to “make a difference. “I remember a dear friend once told me “I believe there is something very significant for me to achieve. “In her life it was true because she spends … Continue reading

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Birthday wishes

Today is my birthday and I love all the well wishes from family and friends. I have thought long and hard as I get long in the tooth and the following gifts are what I most desire: I want all … Continue reading

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How did Frank cope with job he hated

There are no pat answers to dole out when someone hates a job but it is useful to see how others handled the situation. Frank was a 54 year old middle manager stuck in the same position for six years. … Continue reading

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Strategies for handling the job

There is no strategy that fits all situations when one hates their job. The following are some considerations that may help.1.Develop a new set of beliefs. For example “I will find a way to make this job more meaningful.” or … Continue reading

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Smell the roses.

When work becomes a place that that drains us of energy because we, for many reasons, have grown to dislike our present position ;it can be like living in a spiral. Everything is tainted by this reality and it can … Continue reading

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Keeping up the Network

When you are in a work situation that is debilitating and going to work each day is draining you need support. One benefit that you can draw from is your personal network. Within the family and friends you have encountered … Continue reading

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Job skill assessment

A good place to begin regarding strategies for dealing with a job you hate is to do an informal skill assessment. What are your strongest skills? How do you know that? What are the accomplishments that you are most proud … Continue reading

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Some hate their jobs

I have been most fortunate in that most of my life I have had occupations that I enjoyed most of the time. Talking with a friend recently I was made keenly aware that some persons actually hate their job or … Continue reading

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Thanksgiving

Today will be for ,many of us a wopndrous family day where we shatre the company of our family and friends.This,memorable day is an opportunity for laughter,wonderful food and the realization that our lives are filled with blessings.However, today will … Continue reading

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Thanks but also giving

As we count the many blessings of our lives I believe it is also a time to reflect on giving Every person has some ability and opportunity to give to others of their time and resources. This can be a … Continue reading

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