9 to 5 Jobs Are Not For Everyone

I was speaking to a client a few weeks ago. She has been struggling to find a job for years for many reasons that she is just realizing. One of the things that she has come to realize is that corporate America is not for her. Why do people end up in 9 to 5 jobs? Many times people fall into their jobs out of sheer necessity. They want and need to put food on the table and pay their bills.

There is nothing wrong with working to care for your family, but working a 9 to 5 may not be how you are bent. It may not be the best place for you. For this client, it took a long time for her to come to the conclusion that some of the issues she has faced in organizations had nothing to do with the people or the job. It had to do with her fit. She didn’t fit in the organizations. She took jobs out of necessity not because she had a passion or desire to do what she was doing. What about you? Why are you pursuing the job (s) you are pursuing? Why are you working where you work? Are you struggling in the job or the profession? What is it that you could do differently that would evoke passion from you in your career choice?

Lots of questions, but the answers lie within you as an employee. Maybe you are cut out for a 9 to 5 job. But what if you aren’t? Are you willing to take a risk and do something different? Are you willing to explore some different options and move out into uncharted waters?

I had the opportunity to meet with an young lady recently who is making a career change. From corporate America to entrepreneur. She has known for a few years that she needed to make the change, but held back and dragged her feet. And now, in the midst of a crazy economy she is ready to make the move and go out on her own. WOW! That is huge risk! But I admire her courage and belief in herself. She is going be successful. She has the passion and drive to move her new business forward. How about you? What should you be doing in your career? Is it time for a change or are you wasting away in a 9 to 5? Feel free to scroll down and leave me a comment!

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