Workplace Wisdom...
Discover Fulfillment in Life and Work
with Michelle Y. Drake

Demanding bosses, sneaky co-workers, boring repetitive work...it is no wonder that many people want to chuck their jobs!

What does someone feel just prior to handing in their resignation?

1. I'm MAD!
2. I'm Bored!
3. I'm Afraid!
4. I'm Smarter than MY BOSS!
5. I'm Overwhelmed!
6. My Voice is NOT HEARD!

What does it mean if we act on these emotions without examining the consequences...Possibly a worse situation than the one you are in. It could mean cold, hungry and out of work! It could mean a tarnished reputation in your field.

Now let's look at a strategic decision versus an emotional one. What can you do if you are feeling the above emotions and want to make a wise career move.

1. Ask yourself WHY am I feeling these things!
2. Be brave enough to be BRUTALLY HONEST about your role in your unhappiness
3. Project what life would be like 1 week, 1 month and 1 year after a decision to stay and to leave
4. Determine what changes need to be made...in YOURSELF and your WORKPLACE
5. Communicate your concerns with your boss from a solutions oriented stance...not a problem oriented stance
6. Create your plan to control what you can
7. Decide what action should be taken after weighing all of the information

If you look at your situation strategically you will not have regret in your decision and will position yourself for a positive change in your work situation...if you stay or if you go!

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