Have you ever wondered what you are working for? Even in a school project or an assignment in your company?
So many people I've met in this world has been drowned by the vicious cycle of work.
Like me.
And one day after 5 exhausting month, I stopped to ask myself: Is this worth it?
So I went looking for a new opportunity to change my work life. I was happy looking into my current company: humorous and cheerful boss, awesome atmosphere of teamwork and information sharing in the company, and last but not least my friends as my colleagues. We were recruited at the same time and became close immediately, along with another male colleague.
It seems, not the best paid job, but the middle ones give you more spaces to breathe once in a while. I was devastated to lose a customer in my old company, thinking I won't be able to get my pay. My boss was always up poking my ass "WORK HARDER" every single day.
I recently talked to my cousin. He told me about his argument with his boss about raising his salary and promoting him to Project Director. Being a Project Manager now, he's not happy with his benefits. He said he would rather be demoted to a normal Engineer like before.
The question is: Will you be really happy being demoted? I'd try to find a way to tell my boss, not slamming it on his desk. It is hard, but it's the smarter way always.
The second thing he told me was: "Don't be dependent upon your job. If you need a vacation, just ask for it and someone has to replace you in that time." Now, I agree with the first part, but the second seems very irresponsible. It worked for his wife though: In the past, she kept working without taking any leaves. Whenever she wants a vacation she would tell herself : "No one is gonna do my job, so I can't leave now. Maybe later." And that "later" turned into 5 years!
Hey, I have a wedding to attend in December. Is this gonna stop me? No! I'll have to meet my boss halfway.
Of course I am talking about the "one person" job, meaning I'm the only one doing this job. In a small company, you kinda multitask in your work: Accountant is also the cash keeper, Receptionist is also Secretary, and Marketing is also Web Developer. It's a 3-in-1 coffee kind of mix!
So how? Well, my plan is to inform him at least 1 month prior, so someone can help me take down notes in that time (all my files are password protected). Will this work? Tell me by commenting below :)
Anyways, it can't be as bad as my previous job: work your ass out for 5 months, only receiving 2 months worth of salary. What is it called again? Oh yeah, SHIT JOB!
One day when you realize your work means nothing, it's the day you better leave to find a better opportunity.
Like ME :)
Oh, by the way, books help! I'm not a bookworm but recently it really grew on me. E.g. Rich Dad Poor Dad, Họ làm việc như thế nào (How do they work - Fortune Magazine collection), 20 years old decides a girl's life, etc.
I surely hope those who are reading this can understand somewhat or everything I wrote. I hope it helps your life at the moment, whatever a mess it is! After realizing how change of work can change your psychological and physical state, I just wanna share with all of you!
Do comment :x Lots of love and thanks~
So many people I've met in this world has been drowned by the vicious cycle of work.
Like me.
And one day after 5 exhausting month, I stopped to ask myself: Is this worth it?
So I went looking for a new opportunity to change my work life. I was happy looking into my current company: humorous and cheerful boss, awesome atmosphere of teamwork and information sharing in the company, and last but not least my friends as my colleagues. We were recruited at the same time and became close immediately, along with another male colleague.
It seems, not the best paid job, but the middle ones give you more spaces to breathe once in a while. I was devastated to lose a customer in my old company, thinking I won't be able to get my pay. My boss was always up poking my ass "WORK HARDER" every single day.
I recently talked to my cousin. He told me about his argument with his boss about raising his salary and promoting him to Project Director. Being a Project Manager now, he's not happy with his benefits. He said he would rather be demoted to a normal Engineer like before.
The question is: Will you be really happy being demoted? I'd try to find a way to tell my boss, not slamming it on his desk. It is hard, but it's the smarter way always.
The second thing he told me was: "Don't be dependent upon your job. If you need a vacation, just ask for it and someone has to replace you in that time." Now, I agree with the first part, but the second seems very irresponsible. It worked for his wife though: In the past, she kept working without taking any leaves. Whenever she wants a vacation she would tell herself : "No one is gonna do my job, so I can't leave now. Maybe later." And that "later" turned into 5 years!
Hey, I have a wedding to attend in December. Is this gonna stop me? No! I'll have to meet my boss halfway.
Of course I am talking about the "one person" job, meaning I'm the only one doing this job. In a small company, you kinda multitask in your work: Accountant is also the cash keeper, Receptionist is also Secretary, and Marketing is also Web Developer. It's a 3-in-1 coffee kind of mix!
So how? Well, my plan is to inform him at least 1 month prior, so someone can help me take down notes in that time (all my files are password protected). Will this work? Tell me by commenting below :)
Anyways, it can't be as bad as my previous job: work your ass out for 5 months, only receiving 2 months worth of salary. What is it called again? Oh yeah, SHIT JOB!
One day when you realize your work means nothing, it's the day you better leave to find a better opportunity.
Like ME :)
Oh, by the way, books help! I'm not a bookworm but recently it really grew on me. E.g. Rich Dad Poor Dad, Họ làm việc như thế nào (How do they work - Fortune Magazine collection), 20 years old decides a girl's life, etc.
Bill Gates was one of the people mentioned in the book I read.
Learning from the examples of great bosses and managers or directors
can inspire your work greatly!
I surely hope those who are reading this can understand somewhat or everything I wrote. I hope it helps your life at the moment, whatever a mess it is! After realizing how change of work can change your psychological and physical state, I just wanna share with all of you!
Do comment :x Lots of love and thanks~
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