Jul 11th, 2007
Money Doesn’t Equal Career Success– It’s About Your Values & You Must Own Them
As a coach, being present and being honest with yourself about you goals and dreams is important to being prosperous both personally and professionally. I was reminded of this while reading the articles in eweek, “Works Rarely Jump Ship Over Pay Alone” and”IT Execs Bail Early.” It was interesting to see companies thought employees left because of money; the truth was personal growth, values and culture.
I know this it IT but this is important regardless of the opportunity you are working in or the passion you have. It’s also important to note this, whether you are looking at a life and career change. Also, it doesn’t matter if it is in traditional or non traditional work environment; but, take a look at these articles and learn from them. Why? Because you need to be truthful with yourself, why don’t you like your current career or position?
Really look at your values and prioritize what’s important to you. Understand that you do have a mission and a vision of the life you want. There are goals that you have that will help you achieve the life you desire. But if you are not honest and make it about money and not about the things that are important to you in a few months you may find yourself frustrated in your life or career.
Whose fault is it that you didn’t learn from you last experience? Why are you so unhappy with the situation you are in? Why does every opportunity look the same? Ask yourself these questions. It’s time to listen to yourself and own your dreams.
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I once took a pay cut at a company because I wanted a less stressful job. It was easier to deal with the lesser amount of money than to handle the pressure of the position I vacated.
Great post!