Just keep learning

As you know from my July post I recently made some changes in my career. It has now been almost six months and those changes have moved from uncomfortable to invigorating. Yes I still have moments of doubt but I would be worried if I didn't. The moments of doubt mean I am still being challenged, still stretching.

For me the criteria for a great job is learning. Once I stop learning I stop wanting to do the work. I think it is important to know these key criteria for yourself. For you it may be a comfortable schedule, a dynamic team, friendships in the office or clearly defined tasks that can be satisfyingly checked off each day. Whatever keeps you charged up and gives you a sense of satisfaction as you end your day is what is going to keep you getting up each morning and going to work with a smile on your face.

If you are in a job right now that isn't satisfying you, think about what you feel is missing and start writing those items down. Essentially start writing your ideal job description.

Now, keep in mind there will always be those things in every job that we don't love but that's okay because they just make us more grateful for the other exciting things we get to do.