Most common questions used to investigate
Are you learning something new from your work every day?
Do you feel happy and energetic to go to work?
Are you feeling tired?
Do you feel burned out?
Common conclusions
Learning is an integral part of any job and if you think you're not learning something new every day, take a closer look at your job and its responsibilities. Before jumping into a conclusion, check if this has something to do with you. Are you close to the idea of learning from your job or are you missing the learnings that it offers you? After a close introspection, if you think you're doing everything right at your end and it's the job that's dreary, look for alternatives. Even consider a new career altogether, based on your personal preferences and aspirations.
In general, when you look forward to going to work, it also means you're pursuing a career in an area that you're passionate about. Otherwise, it is time for some introspection. Take a break for a day or two and make a list of why you don't feel happy at work. If the reason is your work environment, your rapport with your superiors and colleagues, or the nature of the job itself, consider moving to a different job to see if you feel better.
When you're tired, the world around you feels like a burden and your job is sure to top this list! Address the underlying reasons for your tiredness. Are you working more jobs than what your body can take? Do you have any health issues? Even temporary problems like lack of enough sleep, poor diet, and stress can add to the tiredness and will reflect in your frustration towards your job. Answers to these questions will help you to love what you do, including your job because there may not be anything wrong with the job per se.
It means you're working too hard and it's time to take a vacation or even a sabbatical from to assess where you are currently and whether you're moving in the direction you want to go. This can give you a good measure of clarity on where you stand professionally and can make decisions that will augur well for you. Now is the time to identify your passion and make a career in it, so you'll love your job and the stress and frustration from it will not impact you negatively. In fact, it can motivate you to work harder and make a mark for yourself in this chosen field.
Great! Go on with your current job and reach new heights through it.
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