Is economic motivation and need really enough by itself to keep us in our current careers? The scales are tipped heavily in favour of employers who have used economic reward as the primary lever for ensuring employee retention. This money-orientated approach, though, is at odds with the basic human needs of many. Research has proven time and again that human needs are not based solely on economic motivation. Read more to find out what really drives us... More
I found fear.less stories a few months ago and some of the people they interview have amazing insight and wisdom that could help you with your career change.
The site produces free downloadable magazines each month and they are always worth a read (and like me you may find yourself highlighting choice insights).
They also have a zippy blog with related posts, so if you're dealing with your fears and limiting beliefs about career change at the mo, get yourself to their site!
This lively RSA Animate, adapted from Dan Pink's talk at the RSA, illustrates the hidden truths behind what really motivates us at home and in the workplace.
While there's nothing more interesting going on career-wise, I thought you might be interested in a career-change story that shows it doesn't always need to be difficult - from beginning to end, the total career change took maybe 6 months - and I'd say only about the last 4 weeks of that was spent really working hard to make a change. More
After attending a Careershifters workshop I had the energy to start researching how to get into teaching. I applied for a course, got a place and left my old job in less than a week - it was so easy when I finally decided to go for it. More
I like my current job - the role, the team, the money, the lifestyle, the learning curve... everything is great. So I am finding it hard to find momentum to make the move. HELP!
Start to consider what it is that is missing from your current job and list out all the things you don't like. Even though you are getting plenty of satisfaction from what you do now, your feelings seem to be telling you that a more satisfying career is possible...
One of the most important things we need to do as we change course in our lives is to keep a positive mental focus. It is challenging when you don't feel so good, and at times like these you need a few tricks up your sleeve to help you feel positive. More
The road of a thousand miles begins with one step. I can't remember who's quoted as first having said this, but it rings very true. Many of us see career change as being something that requires a huge jump. One day you are here, and then, woahhh... then, you're there. I don't think I've ever heard of a story where it actually happened this way.
The road of a thousand miles begins with one step. I can't remember who's quoted as first having said this, but it rings very true. Many of us see career change as being something that requires a huge jump. One day you are here, and then, woahhh... then, you're there. I don't think I've ever heard of a story where it actually happened this way. More
Would you consider yourself self-critical or maybe even a perfectionist? I find that a lot of people use these two descriptions to give themselves a hard time. I believe that I used to be like this myself. Yes, it's partly cultural. There are groups of people who do not value acknowledging successes if there are a few small mishaps that occurred along the way as well. But if you only concentrate on the latter, when will you ever be happy? Would you consider yourself self-critical or maybe even a perfectionist? I find that a lot of people use these two descriptions to give themselves a hard time. I believe that I used to be like this myself. Yes, it's partly cultural. There are groups of people who do not value acknowledging successes if there are a few small mishaps that occurred along the way as well. But if you only concentrate on the latter, when will you ever be happy? More
