Monthly Archives: January 2015

A Positive View of Work

Working

Successful people enjoy their jobs but sometimes it’s hard to keep a positive attitude.  I recently read some tips about how to view work more positively.  Here are the highlights:

  • You should expect to be able to take a certain amount of pleasure in your work.
  • Work provides us with the money we need to survive and enjoy life.
  • Work contributes to self respect.
  • Focus on learning how to do the job well; you will not feel good if you only do the minimum.
  • Focus on how your job helps people.  What if it didn’t get done?  What if it wasn’t done well?
  • Remember that not only customers and employers benefit from your work.  Your family benefits and you have something to give to those in need.
  • Look for ways to do more than what is required.  Set goals and challenge yourself to work with higher quality and speed.  Choosing to do more puts you in control.
  • Keeping work and life balanced makes work more enjoyable than if you are a workaholic.