How to find out if you’re in the right job
Words: Gentleman's Journal
Assuming you’re in the collective majority of people that need to work for a living, chances are you’ll be doing it for a while. Short of your horse coming in first or auntie Agatha leaving you a gentleman’s sum, it’s imperative you get your day job in-check and aligned with your master career plan. Here’s how to find out whether you’re in the right job. Which persona suits you best?
THE EXEMPLAR: “I can’t wait to get my long service award!”, You are the man who lets interns and new starters know what’s possible through hard work and determination. Pride in your work and company camaraderie are your inspiration for dismissing the snooze option at 6am every morning and your selfish career ambitions are as rarely sighted as the Himalayan Yeti.
THE LONE RANGER: “If I was the only one here…”, This phrase is uttered by the minority that would be immensely successful if they were the only person in their team or department. They know your business and would easily manage single-handedly with less interference and no unnecessary board meetings. Two choices: adapt and assimilate or resign and relocate. Whereas you thrive on independence and efficiency, others need the red tape and check-points to keep them on track – your job isn’t the problem, you just need to find a company where you can do it properly.
THE SUB: “That guy gets all the good projects…”, The golden boy; the mercurial member of staff who always lands the premium projects and lucrative clients. The only way to beat him is to stand up, find out who you need to win over and what skills you’re lacking. Let the powers that be know what you want and start keeping an eye on internal job openings that’ll move you into a more desired position – your company isn’t the problem, you’re just not taking your chances.
THE FANTASIST: “Maybe I could be an astronaut…”, Practically any dream, any situation, any place other than where you are now, sounds phenomenal. You even think, during your daily commute, what a wonderfully simple life public transport staff must have – they get whistles, for God’s sake. Your time at your job has come to a close and you need to leave through the first open door and start that astronaut training, as soon as possible!
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