Going to a job you hate for 40 years plus to earn a living is no longer the norm. People want to do things they love, they want to feel inspired in their careers, and passionate about what they do.
The world is fast-paced and changing at lightspeed levels. Doing work you love is not only important - it’s necessary.
Never has there been a better time to do what you want on your own terms. Opportunities are everywhere thanks to technological advances like the internet. Social media is shaping how we think, act, and learn.
The landscape is shifting, and if you want to dominate your job (and your life) you need to learn how to adapt and shift with the tides.
I’ve done work I’ve hated, work that’s been o.k., and work that I love and I’m sure you’ve also had your fair share of work-love-hate relationships.
That’s exactly why today I wanted to focus on the top 10 secrets to loving your work. I think everyone should have a dream job they want to pursue and something worth striving for but, that doesn’t mean you have to wait to love your job now.
I hope you enjoy the list and can start implementing them into your workflow immediately.
While this may seem like an interesting one to start loving your work more hear me out. I had a job where I was dragging my a**. I would show up at the exact time I started (sometimes later).
I always felt like I was rushing in the morning which didn’t make me feel good. If you can focus on showing up on time (which is 10 to 15 minutes) before your shift starts you’ll feel better about the day ahead and less rushed.
If you’re not 10 to 15 minutes early and prepared to work - you’re late.
I’ve been known at many different companies for being a serious guy. And while I’m 100% serious when I need to be I’ve learned to have some fun and laughs while at work.
If you can laugh with co-workers and clients, you’re well on your way to enjoying your work more!
If you don’t get along with your co-workers, boss, owner, and whoever else at your job, you will have a very difficult time enjoying your work.
The hardest part of any job is getting along with the people you work with. I’m not saying you have to “like” everyone or be best friends, but be nice, be likeable, and respect everyone.
It’s easy to play the victim and get into the “I hate my job and everything about it” mentality. I’ve been there and it sucks. But, when you hate your job and the people around you, you’re not helping anyone, especially yourself.
I’ve found in these times it’s important to step back and think of all that’s GOOD in your job. And not what’s bad. When you focus on what’s good every single day you will be more appreciative and happy at work.
Aiming for the bare minimum is never a good idea, no matter what you’re job title is. Unfortunately, so many people are completely happy with reaching minimal standards.
If you can put in more effort into what you do and the results your company gets from your output, you will no doubt make better relationships, more money, and have a better time.
If you’re looking for some balance and want to get a lot done you need to take a break. Taking a break is important to your mental health, creativity, and productivity.
You will no doubt produce more, with higher standards if you take a bit of time off from your work.
How you start your day is a critical stepping stone to how your day progresses. Many of the world's top CEOs wake up early and get important tasks done immediately.
Whether it’s exercising, reading, planning, or self-care you need to get up early and get to it.
The group you surround yourself with at work is important to your entire life. The environment and people will shape and form your own life.
If you can surround yourself with the top performers, achievers, and thinkers, you will soon be one of them.
Be the person that the boss or owner relies on. Accept more responsibilities in your work and all that you do. It’s important to be seen and viewed as a leader in your workplace. This will help you create value and move up in the ranks.
While you always may not love what you do for work that should be the end goal. You can most definitely still have an enjoyable work environment in many different careers/paths.
But if you know your passion and do it for a job - even better. It’s been said that your passion is work that you’d do for free. Is this true?
Doing what you love may take some time, trial and error, and a mindset shift. But, if you focus on these 10 secrets I’ve provided, I’m sure you can achieve it much sooner than you thought!
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Chris M Wilson
Chris Wilson is a keynote speaker, CTI coach, and entrepreneur. Through his Hover to Fly framework, he aims to impact the next generation in their careers and lives.
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