There seems to be people who love to contribute and get out of the house and do something with their time and others who curse everyday that they have to - which are you and why? What job do you have?
2007-03-16 11:02:21 · 11 answers · asked by radiancia 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I think even if I wasn't working, I'd need to be doing some volunteer work or something. It's in my personality to feel needed, so if I spend too much time at home with nowhere I have to be, I tend to get depressed.
Incidentally, I love my current job. My only complaint is wishing I could have more vacation time so I can do what I want when I want to.
I think finding a job that suits your interests and work style are the most important. I have a job in which I can use my interests and talents - and in an environment that I enjoy.
For example, if you're a person who likes the work environment to be quiet, don't work in a high school. If you prefer to work alone, find a field in which you don't have to do a lot of team work. If you like talking to people, find a field in which you have a lot of public contact.
The most important thing is to evaluate yourself and then try to find a job that suits you. It may take a few jobs before you really understand what you want/need. Use each job as a learning tool - see what works for you, what doesn't, etc.
(I work for a publishing company creating standardized tests - similar to the state progress tests that kids take in schools.)
2007-03-16 11:15:45 · answer #1 · answered by Mathematica 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't mind the idea of working at all. I'm very lucky that I'm doing the kind of work I enjoy - web design. What is challenging, however, are the issues I have to deal with at the office, such as diva-ish clients, loud co-workers, bad management, unrealistic deadlines...you get the picture. So yeah, I was thrilled when I first got this job (and still love the work itself), but as with anything in life, there are many factors in this equation.
I guess overall I'd rate my career as an 8 or 7 on a scale of 10 (highest). I don't do everything perfectly there, so I'm not going to blame anyone for my not having a "10." I'm hoping that given more time, we can smooth out our production process (we've made good progress lately), and maybe things will really be great.
2007-03-16 11:23:33 · answer #2 · answered by Opal 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've been in retail for over two decades now, and love every minute of it. This truly is a job, in which no two days are the same.
I have been everything from a part time associate to a Regional Manager, overseeing 38+ locations.
Every morning that I get to go in, (notice that I didn't say "have" to go in?), is a new experience. I have more stories about customers than you can imagine. I have had fantastic customers, (in some cases following me from one company to the next), and some not so good ones. (Including the lady that yelled at me when I offered to assist her.)
You can do any job and love it. It's all up to you. You make a decision every morning that you wake up. If you decide that you are going to "take the bull by the horns", and make it a positive experience, then that's what it will be. On the other side, if you decide that you "hate sitting in this cubicle", then it will be a long day indeed.
2007-03-16 11:20:07 · answer #3 · answered by pnk517 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my job - I am an E911 dispatcher. It really feels good to know I am contributing to saving lives. Don't get me wrong, some days I really want to call in sick and stay home ... but for the most part, I'm very happy. I work 12 hour shifts - nights/days, holidays, weekends - but hey, it works out in the end.
2007-03-16 11:24:07 · answer #4 · answered by schaianne 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm a construction electrician. I build new schools and hospitals. I love my work. The only time I don't like going to work is when we have a poor job superintendent. He's like the leader of an orchestra. If he doesn't do things right, then everyone has a bad day.
2007-03-16 11:13:06 · answer #5 · answered by djm749 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my job.I work as a cafeteria manager in a grammar school, and yes it is hard work and there are times when its really rough, but I love seeing the kids, and I have gotten to know those kids from kindergarten to 6th grade all by name, (believe it or not) and there is always a "good-morning lunch lady!!!"for me and a smile from every one of them...some kids have a rough life, and if I can give them a smile for that day, or do or day something to brighten their day, it does wonders for mine!!
2007-03-16 11:11:01 · answer #6 · answered by angeleyes 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some days I like my job, and other days I HATE my job. If I did not have to work, I would not be working. I hate working. But I need to work because I need money to pay bills. I work in a casino, I do data entry.
2007-03-16 13:43:58 · answer #7 · answered by greeneyes25162 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't trade my job for anything. I love getting up in the morning! I'm a full-time mom and home-educator.
2007-03-16 11:05:29 · answer #8 · answered by Pineapple Hat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I figure if you're going to spend 8+ hours a day at something you better enjoy it - AND be compensated accordingly
2007-03-16 11:05:10 · answer #9 · answered by Brainiac 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my job... no complaints from me, except for the boss sometimes. I do structured cabling, telecom industry
2007-03-16 11:07:05 · answer #10 · answered by rucrazy5150 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋