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1.
Survival:
Work is for Survival/Money: 60% of people
see a job as a source of income to pay bills with
financial compensation as the primary motivator
2.
Success:
Work is for Acceptance/Status: 30% percent
of people see their work life not as a job but as a
career where progress, promotion, advancement, and
awards are the measure of success and value
3.
Significance:
Work is for Passion/Contribution: Only
10% of people see their career as an outlet for talent,
where their contributions fuel their personal passions
and benefit society in a
measurable and meaningful way. If you find yourself in
categories 1 or 2, I suggest we get busy with helping
you change your perception of work so you can move
to category 3! This is the ideal way!
When we are not clear on our contribution (in large part made through our
work) problems occur, stress develops and we often seek relief from unhealthy
sources to distract or divert our attention. The 1st step is to make a
commitment
to yourself and your loved ones that you will become a student of career
success.
This commitment includes
three
aspects:
1. Possess a sincere desire to improve
2. Have faith in the process
3. Take decisive action
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Section 1 – Getting To Know Yourself
The 21st century global economy certainly provides numerous efficiencies, but
for many, this has resulted in a pace too fast to keep up with, a mentality
focused on material possessions, and a culture devoid of sacrifice to attainment.
Many people have lost track of their values and have chosen to follow the
“
show me the money
” movement. Disturbing studies point out that college
students who used to have a vision to
cha
nge or improve society, now choose
majors or courses of study that promise the highest initial salary, regardless of
whether the actual job duties are fulfilling.
Survival to Significance: