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Does your company use the economic conditions to keep their employees in line? Have you had the uneasy feeling that if you were to express any discontent you might be putting your neck on the chopping block?
Be honest, have you ever said to yourself "I hate this job but it is better than no job at all"? Even if your feelings are not quite that strong perhaps you know someone who does feel that way.
Either way both of you feel frustration and a lack of control. It may be that your company is using the economy as an excuse to cut hours or benefits and you feel you have no choice but to play the game.
In some cases, responsible companies are trying to keep as many jobs as possible using these measures. How can you benefit from these trying times?
Hidden Benefits to Explore
Is there company sponsored education?
Are there opportunities to cross train in another department?
Is your company growing in segments you currently are not qualified for yet?
Do you know exactly what your current compensation package has to offer?
Knowing the answers to these simple questions will help you start moving in a more positive direction.
What Exactly Do You Do
Do you have a job description?
Are you doing everything in it?
Have you shown interest in growing the company?
Are you just showing up?
This deals with your attitude toward not only the company you work with now, but toward ownership of your own goals and desires. Simply put, are you being the best you can at the job you have now or are you allowing negative thoughts to control your actions.
Let's put it all together and re-start your engine!
If your company offers any additional training, sign up for it.
Misery loves company so avoid becoming involved in negative conversations or groups
If your company has cut back hours think of ways to use that time wisely.
Find out what skills you can obtain that will make you more valuable to the company you work with now and to any in the future
Remind your self that it is ok to be working for a paycheck.
Know that a paycheck is much more than that; pay is what provides for your life.
Utilize every benefit you have whether it is your health insurance, 401K or personal time.
The bottom line is you will now be proactive instead of adrift in a sea of negativity. Opening your self to positive growth often leads to new opportunities and changes the landscape of your life.
