In 2007, various studies were undertaken by organisations in the UK to measure employee satisfaction.
In a recent "Happiness at work" survey undertaken by Badenoch and Clark, it revealed that one in four office workers were unhappy with their job. It cited that the most disenchanted workers are men working in IT and telecoms, and more men said they were unhappy at work than women.
As stated by Buckminster Fuller, "the moment you know what you really want to do, it's really a different kind of life".
"No one is in control of your happiness but you; therefore you have the power to change anything about yourself or your life that you want to change" - Barbara De Angelis
Think about this, what is important about your job?
Does it give you a feeling of happiness or satisfaction?
Does it give meaning to your life?
Or is it just something you do to pay the bills?
The concept of a job used to focus on the importance of a good salary, security, pension and benefits. But for many people, a greater importance is placed on feeling satisfied. This includes job satisfaction, career enhancement and being fulfilled at work.
There is no longer the concept of a job or career for life. More people want freedom and work life balance and there has been a greater shift in expectations and desire.
It is not always easy to plan your career, but your future success depends on how well you plan and the decisions you take.
Do you want to rediscover your career in 2008?
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Copyright Karen Williams 2007. All Rights Reserved
About the Author:Karen Williams is a Life and Career Development Coach and runs her own coaching practice, Self Discovery Coaching. She has over ten years experience of working in Human Resources, training, coaching and management roles and is a Chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
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