Do you dread waking up on Mondays? Your office cubicle feels like a prison cell for 8 hours. You feel like a hamster on a wheel just doing the same mind-numbing work. Many people share these same feeling since most people are not satisfied with the work they do.
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If you hate your job it may be appealing to just quit the job you hate cold turkey. You may see things about finding your dream job or follow your passion in the work you do. There is great information out there about these concepts and it is certainly possible to follow your dreams. But before you do here are seven things to think about before doing anything drastic.
What is the difference between a guitar player and a large pizza? The pizza can feed a family of four. That is an old joke and not necessarily a funny one but you get the point. It may be appealing to quit the job you hate and become a traveling musician or famous blogger. But can these pay the bills for basic necessities in life?
It is a basic fact that you need to work to make ends meet. As long as you are able to work, you need to provide for yourself and your family. Staying in the job you hate provides an underlying sense of responsibility that can serve you well later.
Long Term Goals
We live in a time that is different from the work models our parents and grandparents worked in. Years ago career progression was linear. You chose a profession and advanced in that job area. You could be working in a job you hate because you had to.
Times are different now. You may have a long term goal to work in a job you are passionate about, start a business or work from home as a freelancer. The internet has provided limitless information that anyone can learn a new skill or make a career change.
These types of changes can take time to be able to replace your current income. Put a plan in motion and set a date when you want to make a change that is realistic. When you look back you will appreciate how staying in your crummy job helped in the long run.
Pay Off Your Debt
There are so many great opportunities in life that people can take advantage of. But for many these opportunities are limited because of debt. There are probably things you would rather be doing instead of using your income to pay credit cards or student loans.
But imagine your life without these financial burdens. Having financial freedom gives you the flexibility to do things you want to like travel, dining out to new places, and trying new things. Being able to pay off debt lets you do this. Your job is the vehicle to make this possible.
Facing The Unpredictable
The recent recession has changed many aspects of life and work. Retirement as it was recognized for years has become a thing of the past. People are working longer in life than the previous generation.
Working in a job you hate may mean being miserable in exchange for being secure. But that security can be the platform of something great. You can work on your dream career and still have peace of mind to concentrate on those dreams.
Oh, Those Benefits
In the book The Freelancers Survival Guide there is one overarching theme that author Kristine Rausch stresses you need: health insurance. As human beings, we are not indestructible. Family members become ill. Sometimes we need to care for ill or disabled family members.
Benefits provided in your job may give you the ability to deal with these issues. What if your wife was pregnant and you did not have insurance? Benefits in a job you hate can help make life a little easier.
Your Job You Hate Gets You To The Job You Love
People recognize the name Stephen King. Back when he was a struggling writer, no one really knew him other than as an English teacher. In fact, the book Carrie was rejected by publishers over 25 times. It was his experience as an English teacher that gave him the skills to be a great writer while providing for his family.
Think about ways your current job can help you. Maybe you’re in a position where you feel like there is too many chiefs and not enough subordinates. You have this dream to own your a business. The truth is, a business owner answers to customers, vendors and investors. That job where you answer to everyone can be great experience for becoming an entrepreneur.
Discovering Transferable Skills
Most jobs have some form of worker evaluation that measures performance in a variety of areas. You may be in a job you hate and loath these appraisals of your work. However the feedback you get from these can be valuable for future career goals.
An employee evaluation and feedback from bosses and peers can be a good way to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Look at what areas you excel in. Those assets can be the basis for career growth in another field.
Taking the leap and quitting your job immediately may be fulfilling in the short term. But there are long-term considerations to consider for you and your family. With a well thought out plan of action, the job you hate could lead to something you love.
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