Career stress is one of the worst kinds of stress that we endure on an almost daily basis. Monday through Friday, we wake up either looking forward to or dreading a necessary part of life – earning a living.
If your career is everything you’ve ever dreamed of, then you have had plenty of inner strength to get to that point But sadly for most people, it’s lacking – and that’s because their inner strength is on empty and they’re feeling lost on how to remedy it.
Making the Decision to Change Careers in Mid-Stream
Some of you feel like you’re stuck in a dead-end job right now. It might not even be anywhere near to the career you once dreamed of, such as working in an office when your dream was to be a botanist.
It’s never too late to pursue your dream career. It takes a lot of courage because finances are what sustain us – our every need – and switching careers can mean a loss in pay. But you can think strategically and fulfill your wishes at the same time.
You could start studying for your future career – whether you’re 50, 80, or 90 years old. You could do it in your spare time and prepare yourself for the transition in your future, all while maintaining a current state of financial stability.
Going After the Position You Want
Maybe you’re already in the vicinity of your dream career – working for the right company and in the right office, but you’re stuck at a lower level of success than you’d hoped for.
Tap into your inner strength and go to your superiors to inquire about a higher position. You can ask about what qualifications they’re looking for and let them know you’ll be pursuing those.
You have to understand that nobody belittles someone for trying to better themselves financially or for trying to get a job that delivers personal satisfaction. On the contrary – most people admire that trait in someone bold enough to go for it.
Getting the Raise You Deserve
Perhaps you’re always in the right position, but you feel like the perks and financial incentive are lacking. Use your inner strength to present an argument as to why you deserve a higher pay grade.
Don’t just ask for it – back it up with facts and figures and proof and things your superiors can’t deny. Have the strength to make a decision that if the company continues to be blind to your worth, you won’t let that define you. Instead, you’ll look for a company who will value what you have to offer.
If you try creating a valid argument and come up short, then take matters into your own hands and work on that. Get more education, perform better at work, go the extra mile – all qualifications for a hefty raise. Just don’t let your inner fire burn out where you accept whatever hand in life you were dealt and let that be the end of it.
