lot of people hate work. A lot of people hate the idea of working. A lot of people hate getting up to do something that they don't want to do. Fortunately, though, a lot of people enjoy their jobs. Many people have careers that satisfy them. Some aren't into their careers yet but they have jobs that they enjoy. I am one of those people.
My job as a pizza maker is a fantastic job. I'm not into my career yet, but this job is a perfect fit for my college years. With that said, I can safely say that valuing your job and enjoying it simply makes life a whole lot better. Here are the small joys that you probably feel when you enjoy your job.
1. You don't mind going to work.
Sure, you'd probably rather stay at home and watch reruns of "Friends" (or "SpongeBob"). You'd much rather be someplace more fun, maybe with some friends. But you don't mind getting up to go to your job. It's not merely another chore. It's something you can confidently say that you feel comfortable with.
2. You enjoy a challenge.
Sometimes jobs can be monotonous. But even if you enjoy said monotony, you feel up to facing a challenge. And then you feel pretty damn good when you complete the challenge. New opportunities and difficulties may be stressful, and sometimes cumbersome, but you enjoy pushing yourself and discovering that you can do these new things and do them well.
3. You have fun.
Maybe you don't whistle while you work, but what you do brings you satisfaction. You like your coworkers. You all share laughs and have a good time. You get serious when you need to, but you aren't afraid to have a little fun. The positive energy makes for a great workplace environment, too.
4. You are happy most of the time.
Speaking of positive energy, when you are happy at work, it makes others happy, too. When work is something that you enjoy, you are most likely a more positive person. It really helps to make the workday move along faster. And it keeps you sane through the rough times.
5. Your home life is better.
If you are happy with your job, your home life will most likely be a lot better and more positive. You'll be happier around your family and not come home miserable. There are exceptions, of course, especially on abnormally crappy nights. But for the most part your home/family life has been improved because of your attitude toward work.
6. Other people notice your attitude.
This is important. Your attitude affects others around you. When you're happy, it causes others to feel that positive energy. Your boss will see your attitude and like it. You'll probably have a better chance at getting a raise. Your coworkers will like you, and you'll get along with them, even if you don't like some of them. That's key, by the way. Even if you don't like someone, having a positive attitude and being nice not only makes it more bearable to be around them, but it may also shed a little positivity in their lives if they need it.
Enjoying your job is such a great and important thing. It's builds a healthier lifestyle and makes you a more positive person. I hope you enjoy your job as much as I do.
