posted by Sheila
Most of our youth was spent studying in school. It has been emphasized many times over why we need education as we grow up. But when graduation comes and you begin to join the work force, every effort seems to be focused on earning money. Each working day becomes a routine that eventually stresses and burns you out. “Why is that?” You might ask. Well boredom happens when the excitement of learning new things stops. You see each day as doing the same thing over and over. There is no more challenge on your part. We all seek adventure as we look forward to new things that may come our way. But if you are facing the same kind of work each day, where is the adventure in that? Well, the key is to never stop learning. Even if you are in a certain job, doing the same thing each day, there is always an opportunity to learn if you open your doors to it.
There Is No Easy Job
One very important lesson you have to learn is that there is no easy job. Every job has its challenges and complexities. Instead of complaining that your job is difficult, try to find out the in and outs of the task. What makes it complex and how to make it work. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Do some research and improve your knowledge of the things you are doing. It also helps to attend training and seminars about your field of work. In doing so, you get better acquainted with the line of work you are in. And soon, you may even become an expert on the field you have chosen and be the one holding seminars and trainings for those who are in the same field.
Love Your Work
Jobs are not easy to find these days. If you have a good paying job, then you are one of the lucky few. Learn to love your work and be thankful that you have it. When you know the value of your job, you will always give it a top quality performance. You may even try new tasks, even if it is beyond your assignments just so you can learn new things about the company.
The People You Meet
Observe the people who are successful. Idolize them and imitate what they did before they got to the top. Ask them how they did it and learn from their life stories. There will be some lessons there that you can apply to your own work habits to make you successful as well.
Hard Work Pays Off
Do not be afraid to get your hands dirty. Believe it or not, the most fulfilling work are those that you’ve actually done with your own bare hands. When you know you’ve worked hard enough to earn your keep, there is that sense of fulfillment from within. No matter how small the amount you may be earning, you gain a certain pride and joy knowing that you are now providing for yourself.
Source: http://thesouljah.com/never-stop-learning
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