By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter
Anyone who says they are 100 percent satisfied with their job in many cases is either being dishonest or their boss is standing nearby. Anyone who says they are zero percent satisfied, on the other hand, can most probably be believed and really should be looking for another employer.
The majority of folks are somewhere in the middle and are just looking for a way to make the best of their current situation (while also keeping their feelers out). Maybe they like their boss and fellow employees, but don’t really like the job itself. Maybe they love their job, but can’t stand the sight of their manager, or their company’s CEO behaves in ways that severely oppose their values.
Are there ways to make the leap to a new company, with more clarity on landing a culture-rich, more satisfying environment? If you choose to stay at your current job, can a compromise be reached that won’t have you so conflicted that you don’t know which way is up?
The simple answer is ‘yes,’ and here are a few tips on doing just that if you find yourself in this situation.
(Note: The following six tips are fully explained over at my latest Glassdoor blog. Please visit–>6 Steps to Reach Job Search Zen.)
If job searching:
1. Research Potential Employers.
2. Ask Good Interview Questions.
If remaining at your current position:
3. Smile and Carry On.
4. Own Your Power.
5. Keep Blinders On.
6. Take a Deep Breath.
Great post, Jacqui…and love the even longer one at your Glassdoor blog!!
Most especially, I love your advice if remaining in your current position; because after all, you’ll probably need it in a new position!! 🙂
Having worked in corporate settings, I know what the games people play can be like. And more often then not, they are no fun and simply counter productive.
Still, in whatever circumstances we find ourselves, it’s up to us to maintain our integrity and to protect our power. It takes discipline, but the effort is worth it in terms of overall happiness!!
Hi Walter,
Thank you for your complimentary remarks, but mostly for your perspective from having worked in corporate settings.
I particularly like how you said that “it is up to us to maintain our integrity and to protect our power.”
So well put!
I truly appreciate your adding to the conversation here!
Jacqui
Thanks, Jacqui! I appreciate the opportunity!! 🙂