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PUTTING THE SPRING BACK INTO YOUR JOB

April 2, 2010 on 1:48 pm | In life coaching | No Comments

There is a spring in our step when we walk with enthusiasm, excitement and energy.  Much of spring cleaning is de-cluttering, planting new flowers, out with the old and in with the new.  It is about refreshing our environment and putting the spring back into our homes.  In our jobs, we should also take a refreshed look at what we do.  The monotony of many jobs makes it easy to get into a rut.  As the seasons change, identify ways to put the spring back into your job.

BRING SOMETHING NEW TO YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE.  Move the furniture, hang a new poster, or use a different mug.  These visual cues can be an inspiration and a reminder that we can change things.

PLANT THE SEEDS FOR FUTURE GROWTH.  Take advantage of your company’s training offerings.  Read career development and business books.  Pursue subjects outside your work that support your whole life – personal finance, fitness, arts.

ADJUST YOUR ATTITUDE.  Sometimes, we get our spring from waking up on the right side of the bed or buying a winning raffle ticket.  Ideally, we consciously decide to focus on the positive and attract good fortune.  The energy that puts a spring in our step also puts a spring in our jobs.  We all like to work with people who are energetic and excited to be there.

Spring cleaning gets its namesake, not just from the time of year it occurs, but also from the result we want.  In our jobs, that spring could mean the difference between loving our work and tolerating it.  It could mean the difference between moving forward and staying put.  Putting the spring back into our jobs could mean a season of change, growth and renewal.