Have you created a plan to leverage your investment in your career? What was the cost of your education, continuing education, certificate programs, etc? Are those sunk costs or are you doing your best to not only recapture but make the most out of that investment?
Today we view and read much about work life balance, career satisfaction, and self fulfillment. I am going to be blunt about something. Those are all buzz words to justify complacency. Your investment in your education, your development of your skills and knowledge are all investments in a business. Satisfaction, self fulfillment, and happiness are emotions. I understand that those are important emotions but should be looked upon separately. If you are unhappy, you can fix that easily by changing your circumstances along with how you view your situation. Being happy doesn't exclude you from more happiness in the future by doing something different and no career will make you happy if you are not one that focuses on being grateful. Again, don't mistake emotional fulfillment with your business. You can be equally fulfilled working elsewhere and/or doing something different.
Don't rest on your laurels as we enter the 4th quarter of 2020. Evaluate, then take action. Here are some things to consider.
Is my company well positioned financially to weather the uncertainty in today's business climate?
Where do I fit into their plans?
What areas of opportunity exist in my company? In my industry?
What areas can I help expand business currently?
Am I proficient to step in and assist in those areas? If not, how do I get to where I need to be?
What are the most valuable skills that I must learn that I don't currently posses?
What competitors may be better positioned to allow me to continue my career growth?
What is my plan to meet with them before the new year to insure that I am maximizing my investment in my career and continuing to be satisfied professionally and personally?
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