by Solange Lopes | Aug 27, 2018 | Career
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Have you ever lost so much control of your time you found yourself rushing from one thing to the next ? I certainly have. Besides, I come from a long family tradition of running on adrenaline. As a child, I watched my mother run from one task to the other, as she strived to be both mom and dad for all four of us. Growing up, I thought it was normal to be constantly on the run, until showing up at the wrong address too many times was no longer cool. While my mom was particularly skilled at multi-tasking, I realized I was simply suffering from chronical disorganization, along with creating my own sense of time. And also that it was time to reclaim my time, as Auntie Maxine Waters says it so well…
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After a few particularly rough months of missing all my appointments, barely making it on time to pick up the kids, and burning dinner quite a few times in a row, I realized it was time to regain control of my time. No pun intended. As a busy working mom like so many others, there are so many competing priorities in my schedule that it’s easy to lose control.
When dealing with the demands of work and life, the biggest obstacle we may run into, especially as working women, is lack of time. There is never enough time to do it all. Yet, we can’t seem to take anything away from our schedules. On the very contrary, we keep adding to our list of to-do’s, praying the gods of efficiency and productivity to help us cram it all in while still looking and hopefully feeling the part.
There were times when losing control of my time didn’t just mean incurring late fees, missing client appointments, or having to explain to my kids what the meaning of “chronic lateness” really is. It also meant more stress than necessary, and not being fully present as a mom, spouse, and friend.
Ultimately, it meant having to take a good hard look at my schedule and committing to reclaiming my time, whatever it took. In my quest to regain control of the hours in my day, here are a few steps I took, which saved my sanity, edges and dark under-eye circles:
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Assess how you use your time
Have you ever had a particularly busy day and been so exhausted at the end of it, only to ask yourself where all your time went? We face so many demands at work and in life that we often lose track of where our time goes. My quest at reclaiming my time started out with honestly assessing where my time went. This also meant sitting down with a blank piece of paper and my favorite “Girl Power” pen at the beginning and end of each day and take a serious inventory of my schedule.
As an auditor by trade, I was accustomed to filling out time sheets as related to my work. However, my personal life and time was a different story. What I found out, to my planning horror, was that how I envisioned my time, had very little to do with how I actually spent it. While I saw myself as being very effective at multi-tasking, what I was doing was actually delaying important tasks, over-committing and not being as productive as I thought. Can you say reality check?
To keep myself on track, I still assess the use of my time regularly. I do this by taking a “big picture” look at my monthly schedule and goals using the Erin Condren collection, especially the metallic monthly deskpad planner. It helps me take an honest look at how I had organized my schedule, and whether or not I’ve met my goals. The best part about this 17-month deskpad is that it holds enough room to take notes, make lists and keep track of multiple schedules and appointments, all in one place. I love having it on-hand wherever I need it, from my kitchen counter to my office desk. Being able to accessorize it with the 387 platinum stickers included with each pad is also a wonderful bonus!
Erin Condren Metallic Monthly Deskpad
Erin Condren Monthly Deskpad Planner
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Commit to planning better
Once I faced the reality of my scheduling snafus, it was time to make a conscious commitment to planning and using my time better. It all begins with mindset. Eradicating the belief that one must rush and hustle at all times, and instead commit to being fully present and effective in everything we do, is key.
Erin Condren Life Planner
Erin Condren Life Planner
One of the best ways to committing to doing something is by writing it down first. There’s something about putting pen to paper that cements your decision and makes it real for you. As you write it down, you can also visualize it.
One of my favorite tools to keep myself on track is the Erin Condren Life Planner. More than a planner, it’s actually an experience personalized for your individual needs and schedule! I used to be frustrated at traditional planners because of their rigid format that didn’t reflect my life as a working mom! With the signature Life Planner, I can add my name and favorite quotes, plan for months ahead, list and follow up on my goals, while having control over the layouts that work best for me.
Erin Condren Life Planner
Erin Condren Life Planner
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Use the power of technology
While I’m nowhere close to being a technology pro, I’ve learnt to use it as a powerful tool to get organized. This is why I literally take my phone with me everywhere I go, so I can access my favorite and most efficient apps, calendars and email. From apps to help me with directions to mobile banking, I have access to the tools I need to tackle the tasks on my to-do list.
It helps that I can protect my technology tools with practical and beautiful tools such as the Erin Condren phone wallets. These help me protect my phone in style, while allowing me the room and ability to store smaller important documents such as my license and credit cards. A great perk is the ability to customize it, add your favorite inspirational quote, as well as your name. This way, I’m efficient on the go without having to carry too many things, while still enjoying beautiful and motivating accessories.
Erin Condren Phone Wallet
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Make organization fun again!
I used to think of planning and organization as one of the most boring activity, right next to dentists’ appointments and watching paint dry. However, I realized it takes the right mindset and tools to make organization fun again! The prospect of accomplishing your goals and objectives is exciting, and the process to get there should be too!
This is why I enjoy Erin Condren’s organizational tools so much. Some of my favorites include this stylish planner folio to carry your planner, as well a journal or notebook, business or compliment cards, and your favorite pen! If you’re often on-the-go, you know how important it is to have your essential planning tools in one spot. The best part for me is that it is customized with your name and favorite quote to keep you motivated and inspired! It helps when you can combine the useful with the stylish and fun too!
Erin Condren Planner Folio
Erin Condren Planner Folio
How are you reclaiming your time?
To Your Success,
The Corporate Sister.
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 21, 2018 | Career
I was at work, in my zone, checking box after box of deliverables when my cell phone rang. It was home. I couldn’t pick up; besides, I was in the flow and didn’t want to stop just yet. The phone kept ringing, over and over again. “It must be important”, I thought. I needed to take a biological break anyways, so I picked up, walking towards the ladies’ room by the corridor. The rest was a blur, as the news I received dealt me a physical blow so hard I had to sit on the carpeted floor for a few minutes.My grand-mother had just passed away, and I was hearing the news all the way from West Africa. Saying that I was devastated was an understatement. Memories kept flooding my mind, as I desperately fought to find a way to get it together in the office.
Like me, you may have faced a personal crisis at work. It may have been the loss of a loved one. Or the crushing end of a marriage. Or a friendship imploding. Whatever it may have been, a personal crisis can be amplified and made almost impossible to manage when you have to handle being at work throughout part or the entirety of the process.
Besides, personal challenges and crisis affect the way you see and think about work. When you experience loss, your career suddenly takes a backseat, and rightfully so. In Bridget Jones, Bridget leaves her job after finding out her boyfriend cheats on her (it also didn’t help that he was his boss). There are many scenarios, some of them in our favorite movies, when people change their whole careers after a personal crisis.
When personal crisis hits and everything seems to fall apart as the monthly report is due and the boss is breathing down your neck, you don’t have to fall apart. Here are a few ways to keep standing when the world is crashing down around you:
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Take a time-out
Dealing with your emotions and feelings when you’re going through a personal crisis is not a luxury, it’s a necessity! Whether you take a personal day or use your vacation or bereavement time, make sure to observe some time to grieve over whatever you may be experiencing!
Related: 3 ways to manage your emotions at work as a working woman
It may be time to mourn over the loss of a dear one, to get over a marriage crisis, or simply to absorb some delicate financial or health-related news. Whatever it may be, not taking the time to do so will end up having repercussions on your life and work in the short and long-term.
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Communicate!
As an introvert, I always find it challenging to communicate when facing a personal crisis, especially at work. However, we must understand that our relationships, whether personal or professional, do not necessarily understand what we may be going through.
This is why it’s so important to open the communication gates and allow those around you, to understand what you are facing. This is not about telling everyone your personal business, but rather opening lines of communication to facilitate a process that is already challenging for you.
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Consider your options
When facing a personal crisis at work, you must consider your available options. You may be able to take some time off, use bereavement time, or even access some mental health resources offered by your organization. However, if you don’t know about these or fail to consider them, you may be putting yourself at a disadvantage.
While it may be challenging to do so, consider consulting with your Human Resources department. You can also talk to co-workers and friends to evaluate your options.
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Focus on healing
As important as work may be to you, your healing and health, both physical and mental, takes precedence. Focus on your well-being, and recovering from whatever crisis you may be facing. If it requires taking some time off, then so be it.
Don’t be afraid to communicate your needs during this process. The more you can work at emerging from the crisis you may be facing, the better you can be in life and at work.
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Make a plan
Facing a personal crisis at work takes a toll on you. The longer the crisis remains unsolved, the more it affects you personally and professionally. As difficult as it may be, make a plan to deal with this crisis. This may mean having a plan to take some time off, using some of the resources offered by your organization, taking a loan out of your savings, or any other type of plan.
Committing to a few steps to turn the crisis you may be facing can go a long way towards healing and actually learning from the experience. If you can trust your co-workers and management, you may consider asking them to help you through your plan and keep you accountable.
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Stand up for yourself…
There are times when you may have to face a personal crisis at work alone. Your co-workers or management may not necessarily understand or empathize with what you may be going through. You may also be hesitant to share your process and experience with them. You may even face opposition or flat-out resentment from those you work with. This may be the case when you need to take some time off, go on a leave, or be more flexible in your schedule, as it may also impose additional demands on your team or department.
In these cases, as challenging as it may be, you may want to stand up for yourself and exercise your rights. Make sure to collaborate with your team as much as possible in the process. However, you must take care of yourself first, even if that means standing up to your team or organization for the sake of your well-being.
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But be kind to you!
Facing a personal crisis at work is painful. As much as you may want others to show compassion and kindness to you, you must be kind to yourself first. This also means assessing your needs as honestly as you can, and allowing yourself the time and space to heal.
All in all, we may all at some point or another, face a personal crisis at work. Life just happens, and sometimes everything falls apart. In these cases, the most important thing to remember is that at the end of the day, our health, sanity and well-being comes first.
Now your turn: Have you faced a personal crisis at work? How did you deal with it?
To Your Success,
The Corporate Sister.
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 17, 2018 | Career
Welcome to our career, entrepreneurship, lifestyle and fashion weekly news roundup! Think of it as your online watercooler/work gossip station/coffee break spot for now…Want to add anything to our list? Email us at corporate@thecorporatesister.com!
- This week, we mourn the loss of the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin. Essence remembers her in this article;
- Are you an introvert? US News tips you off on how to improve your interview game as an introvert;
- Glassdoor shares 5 free resume templates you never knew you had;
- Business Insider shares the full list of the 25 women CEOs in the Fortune 500;
- Should you be worried about your replacement taking your job after maternity leave? Working Mother has the answer;
- Ellevate Network shares how your diet can affect your work performance;
- The Muse lists the 9 highest-rated career books of 2018;
- Ellevate Network lists seven (7) things to consider before ditching your corporate job;
- Corporette shares how to get your style groove back.
To Your Success,
The Corporate Sis.
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 15, 2018 | Make More Money
Growing up in a single-parent household led by a single mom, my family wasn’t exactly wealthy. We had food on the table, and in many ways, I was very fortunate to be given a wonderful education and opportunities. However, when it came to money, the underlying messages were clear: “We need to be very careful about money” and “There’s never enough money!”
Related: 12 quotes about money from famous women that’ll make you financially-savvy women
As for me, this cautionary message turned into a scarcity mindset that made me fearful of never having enough money for the longest time. There was no amount of savings that would be enough. To say that I became financially conservative and risk-adverse was an understatement, despite my past (pretty serious) shoe and cheese collector habits.
Related: Why you should mind your mindset at work
You may also be facing constant money worries, even if your financial situation is stable. Or you may be living paycheck to paycheck, praying to the gods of Visa and Mastercard every time you tender your debit or credit card. Better yet, you may be holding on to a job you hate, or delaying your career and life dreams, as a result of your money fears.
It took me a long time to even begin detaching from my financial fears, and actually stop compulsively looking at every price tag. It’s still a process, one through which I’ve learnt to be more financially confident. In turn, it has actually helped me set up a better financial foundation, despite (or maybe as a result of) taking more risks, being more fulfilled, and being less obsessed with price tags.
Related: 10 smart financial management rules for women
If you’re dealing with financial fears, whether you’re compulsively checking your bank accounts, staring at your lofty balances, or incurring overdraft fee after overdraft fee, there are a few steps you can take:
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Ditch the scarcity mindset
The most important money lesson I’ve learnt over time is that money is first and foremost a mindset! Not a bank balance, a budget, or even the sum of your net worth. It’s how you think about yourself, and what you’re allowing yourself to possess and enjoy!
Related: Ace your performance at work by adopting this mindset
One of the books that started my mindset shift when it comes to money is “Think and Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill. What it taught me is to stop thinking in terms of scarcity and instead adopt a mindset of abundance and openness to the infinite possibilities that surround us. Before you start thinking this is all woo-woo theory, consider the types of expenses you incur when you’re in a negative mindset as opposed to a positive one. Do you see how a simple shift of your thoughts can help you attract better opportunities while making less financial mistakes?
Ask yourself if you’ve been having a scarcity mindset. Do you feel like you can never have enough money? Have you watched your parents struggle with money and as a result, believed that you also would struggle with money? Do you not consider yourself worthy to deserve and have everything you desire? If so, you may be suffering, like I was, of acute “Scarcity Mindset” syndrome. Thankfully, it can be cured.
Start with simple thoughts and affirmations of abundance, such as: “Money comes to me easily”. Start believing that with hard work, dedication and faith, you can have as much money as you need and beyond. And watch your money fears diminish and pretty soon stop, being instead replaced with more confidence in your financial future.
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Re-evaluate your budget
Your budget is a like a compass for your financial health. It helps you understand and pick the right direction to take in your financial journey. However, many times, we fail to have realistic budgets that reflect who we are and how we live, as opposed to how others want us to live.
Related: How to budget realistically as working women
You can follow a gazillion finance gurus, read a million money blogs, and have the best budgeting apps on your smartphone. If your budget is not realistic enough to paint a picture of what your life really is and where you intend to take it, you’re wasting your time.
Instead of building hypothetical budgets, be as honest as possible about what your expenses and revenues look like. I used to build budgets that reflected my own financial fears and worries, in which I would underestimate my expenses and overestimate my savings. The result? Added stress and frustration, in addition to hardly ever meeting my financial goals. Today, I have what I call a “real” budget. It’s simpler, more efficient, but also more honest.
Take a look at your budget and ask yourself if it really represents your personality and lifestyle. If it doesn’t, it’s ok to scratch it and start fresh. From an honest and authentic foundation, you can re-direct it towards what you really want out of your finances.
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Live below your means
Most millionaires (at least those who stand a chance to remain so) live below their means. Warren Buffett is said to drive the same car for years, and has lived in the same house for the longest time. In a society where the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) and social media comparisons rage among us, we can be tempted to book the latest hot vacation spot, buy the fancy car, or score the best name brands. Which in turn digs our financial graves deeper and deeper…
Although I was struggling with a scarcity mindset earlier on, there was a time when I still wanted the latest, most fashionable things. Despite being able to afford them, what I didn’t realize then was that every time I allocated money on a high-ticket item, I also missed out on opportunities to save and invest for the future.
This is not to say that you shouldn’t splurge and treat yo’self every now and then. However, living below your means gives you the option of leveraging the accumulation factor. This is where you accumulate your savings, investments, and other financial safeguards to help you and your family afford the lifestyle you want in the short and long-term. Besides, I’d rather sleep well at night knowing I have coins in the bank in case of emergency, than live fearful of anything dreadful happening.
RELATED: 7 BEST APPS TO HELP YOU MANAGE YOUR MONEY
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Meet with a financial advisor
When I made the decision to meet with a financial advisor to discuss my short and long-term financial goals, I was a bit skeptical. However, I knew enough to know that the more you can get professional financial advice, the better off you’ll be. The meeting did not disappoint. I was fortunate to deal with an extremely knowledgeable and kind-hearted individual, which also helped.
Yet, what I valued most was the amazing knowledge and power this gave me over my finances. There are so many options that most of us don’t realize and avail ourselves of for lack of education in certain areas. It’s normal, since we’re not experts in every field.
Consulting with a financial advisor helped me get an honest and clear picture of my financial situation, goals, and possibilities. As I continue on this journey, it’s also opening up a wealth of options as to how I can better manage my money and resources to afford a lifestyle that fulfills my family and I. Besides, it’s a great way to put your financial worries aside and instead have a plan to tackle your financial present and future.
RELATED: HOW TO BUILD GENERATIONAL WEALTH AS A WORKING WOMAN
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Make a long-term plan
It’s one thing to have a few months’ savings for emergencies. It’s another to think about what you want your life to look like in the next five or ten years, or even after retirement. How about what would happen to your family and loved ones if you were to suddenly disappear? What would occur if you or your spouse were hurt or unable to work? These are all difficult questions to ponder. It’s also why most of us avoid thinking about them. That is, until something irreversible occurs…
One of the events of my youth that marked me the most was the disappearance of my grand-parents on both sides of my family. Their passing not only brought pain to our families, but also great financial worries due to lack of adequate advance planning. I never knew the details, yet I could sense the distance and grief this created.
As you’re thinking about money, have you thought about making a long-term plan? Have you considered life insurance, possibly a will, and other financial arrangements that would set a secure financial foundation for yourself and your loved ones? While these can be daunting to think about, they can also help ease your financial concerns as you commit to building a solid financial base for you and yours.
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Give your money a purpose
You know what they say, that “money is the root of all evil”. Right? Wrong! Money is only evil if used for the wrong purpose. When used for legitimate reasons, it can actually be a source of positive impact in your life and others’. With the right purpose, your money can help you accomplish your dreams, live the lifestyle you desire, and help others do the same.
Yet it starts with giving your coins a WHY! This is a personal process that begins with understanding yourself and what you’re about. What is the WHY behind your money? Is it to build a legacy, care for your children, assure your retirement? It can be a medley of various reasons and motives, which is more than ok. However, being clear about it can make the difference between not having a strategy for your money, and moving intentionally and clearly forward with your financial goals.
As for me, I like security and being able to say yes to my family when financial needs arise. Building a legacy and leaving a fruitful financial basis for my loved ones is part of my goals. What are yours?
RELATED: 7 QUESTIONS YOU MUST ASK YOURSELF TO FIND YOUR PURPOSE
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Relax! It’s going to be ok
Last but not least, be kind to yourself. When it comes to money, we all have some level or another of financial concerns. None of us can predict what’s going to happen tomorrow. The market can crash, we can incur losses, and we may be out of a job. Or all three combined, all at once, as you also deal with a sudden onset of teenage acne in our 30’s.
Life simply happens, and it also goes on. Which means that since we’ll never have 100% control over circumstances and events, we might as well take a deep breath and enjoy the moment. Money matters, but it’s not everything.
Make a plan, do your best, and enjoy the things that truly matter in life. For me, it’s my relationship with God, my family and loved ones, my work, people in general, and a good Brie on some delicious, hot French bread! What matters to you, and how can money help you create the lifestyle you desire?
Bonus tip: Surround yourself with like-minded people
You truly are the sum of the people you surround yourself with, especially when it comes to your money. If your four friends are broke and living paycheck to paycheck, chances are you’re well on your way to becoming the fifth. Which also means you must be careful who you hang around with.
This is not about being or feeling better than anyone else. Rather it’s about seeking to improve yourself, starting with your relationships. Look around you. Who are your friends and acquaintances? Do you share money goals, or any goals in general? Can they help you better your financial situation? Can you help them? What do you talk about when you’re together? Relationships are supposed to make us better, in all areas of our lives. If they’re setting us back, they it may be time to re-consider.
RELATED: NETWORK LIKE A GIRL: 10 WAYS TO SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATE THE WORLD OF NETWORKING AS A WORKING WOMAN
All in all, your financial worries or concerns don’t make you an exception. Neither do they make you a victim. However, they’re a strong reminder to take charge of your financial situation, while still reminding yourself what your priorities and your WHY are. Aligning your money with who you are and what you desire is the most powerful way to increase your net worth and create the life and work you deserve! So why not get started today?
Now your turn: How do you face your financial fears?
To Your Success,
The Corporate Sister
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by Solange Lopes | Aug 14, 2018 | Career
Have you ever been stuck in a job you hate, but had no way to leave? Have you ever started a business that you ended up resenting and even despising in the long run? Did you embark on a professional mission that you started with excitement, but that now makes you dread getting up in the morning?
If you’ve ever been in any of these situations, you know these are far from pleasant. You spend so much time at work that the stress of doing work you hate can take a serious toll on you. You may also feel like you’re wasting your talents, or not contributing to society as much as you’d like. Maybe you feel like you should do something meaningful and have an impact on your generation. Or maybe you’re not sure what your dream career is, but you know this is definitely not it.
Related: You are not your job: How not to let your career define you
I remember in one instance feeling physically stuck, to the point of not being able to regulate my breath properly. At the time, there was a sense of hopelessness and sheer panic, as it seemed I drifted further and further away from the person I wanted to be and the work I was meant to do.
It’s one thing to try and fail, and start over again. It’s another to simply sense that you’re glued to a certain occupation that consumes the majority of your time, and that you frankly don’t enjoy. We all want to do good work, contribute to society, and make an impact. When our hands are tied and we’re unable to do so, we start drowning in the mundane sea of daily to-do’s, losing sight of our purpose, joy and drive.
Yet, the bills still have to get paid, shoes bought, and cell phone services paid. Which means we can’t exactly pick up and leave jobs, no matter how much they suck the life out of us. Getting unstuck doesn’t necessarily equate sending in your letter of resignation and backpacking through the Himalayas (although sometimes you may need to do just that). I’m not suggesting either to remain in a soul-sucking, motivation-draining, toxic career that threatens to deplete you of your sanity and well-being.
Actually, I’ve learnt that it starts with mastering where you are on the way to where you’re going:
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Pick out the good (even if you have to squint)
When you’re doing work you hate, it can be challenging to make a mile-long list of things you enjoy. After your hourly coffee runs, scrolling Instagram on your lunch break, and having your 50thsnack of the day, your “good stuff” column may run low.
Even then, pick out the good in your circumstances. It may be your paycheck, your fun co-workers, or Friday’s special omelet with cheese at the cafeteria. The more you can see the good in your situation, the better it is.
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Practice gratitude
Although I have to remind myself to practice gratitude daily, it’s one habit that always sets me up for success. To this day, I try and write a list of at least 10 things I’m grateful for about the work I do. It lifts me up, and changes my perspective, especially on days when it’s harder to get motivated.
Being grateful for the work you do is not just a mindset shift. It’s an actual shift in your attitude, from taking what you have for granted, to appreciating aspects of your work you may not have thought about before.
Related: 21 Days of Gratitude to Boost Your Career (Free Career Journal)
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Realize your job is paying you to learn
This is one wisdom nugget I borrowed from entrepreneur and Curlbox founder Myleik Teele. Your job is indeed paying you to learn. From learning to work in team environments, to managing and contributing to meetings, not to mention handling challenges and acquiring specialized and general skills, your job, as much as you may hate it, is paying you to acquire knowledge.
No, you’re not working for your boss, your team, or even your company. You’re working to improve your skills, build your reputation and prepare yourself for a brighter future. That job you hate is setting you up for the one you’ll love and excel at down the road.
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Your paycheck is your Freedom Fund
Let’s talk funds. That paycheck which may be the highlight of your bi-weekly period can also serve as the financial foundation of your dreams, or your Freedom Fund. Your Freedom Fund is the money you save while gainfully employed to invest in your dream business or simply put money aside as a reserve for the time when you take the leap.
That’s how I started my side hustle, by investing and re-investing some of my earnings into my business. In this sense, having a job while you build up your dreams is a wonderful opportunity.
Related: 10 Smart Financial Management Rules for Working Women
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Build genuine connections
As much as you may not enjoy the work you may be currently doing, don’t forget the people factor. Building authentic and genuine connections is key to your success at work and in life. In the midst of the frustrations you may be experiencing in your work, take some time to forge and nurture healthy relationships through active and strategic networking.
Don’t get me wrong, this can definitely be more challenging in a toxic, gossip-ridden and negative environment. However, taking the high road and maintaining your professionalism can go a long way in keeping and growing your network, even at a job you’re not fond of.
Related: How to prepare for any networking event
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Practice excellence
When all you can think about is how slow the clock is ticking before 5pm, it can be hard to think in terms of excellence. However, the true mark of leadership is to be excellent in less than excellent circumstances. Which also means going above and beyond even when your work is not motivating or inspiring you.
The key is to trick your mind into doing your absolute best work. If this were the career of your dreams, how would you treat it? How would your work ethics change? What would you do to go above and beyond? As you do this in less than ideal work circumstances, you’re training yourself to do it when you reach the C-suite, the business office, or your absolute dream career.
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Remember, you create your reality!
In Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill explains at the beginning of the book how he was in less than ideal circumstances at his place of employment. He then proceeds to describe how a simple mindset shift propelled him to be more successful than he could have imagined in his work.
The point is, you are entirely up to you! It’s not so much your work circumstances, as much as your mindset, that determines the success of your outcomes. What you think you create. How about thinking of being successful doing work you love?
Being stuck doing work you hate is far from being the end-all-be-all of your career or life. Many of us have been there. However, what you do while you’re there is what really matters. Changing your mindset, and using your current work situation to plant the seeds for a better future, is what will take you from dreading to loving Monday mornings.
Your turn: How do you manage doing work you hate?
To Your Success,
The Corporate Sister.
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