Career Talk JDR

There are tons of self-help books and tests to determine which career you are most suited for.  Personally, I still like “What Color Is Your Parachute,” which has been a New York Times bestseller each time it has been updated and revised.  There is also a pretty cool quiz you can take:  http://quiz.ivillage.co.uk/uk_work/tests/career.htm

However, to really get the most out of your career and enrich your life, you must build sustainable relationships with your co-workers, bosses and customers, no matter what your chosen field is.  If you truly care about your products/services, and are passionate about your responsibilities, then you will carry them out with a great attitude – every day!  People who treat each new day as a blessing and privilege are fulfilled even during the most menial parts of the job and daily grind.  Get in early, dress your best, and accomplish more than expected out of you; this way you will go home pleasantly fatigued and not worn out and cranky!

Attitude is contagious; everyone loves being around people who think, work hard and are great inspirers and accomplishers.  We inevitably learn from others and those that wake up each day with a mission of being excellent are a joy to watch.  If you are not one of those people, then you are probably in the wrong job!