Standout Jobs

Many people hate their jobs. It’s a shame, but a reality. Still, there’s no shortage of inspiration out there, and no shortage of hope.

Let me draw your attention to 3 posts in particular; in the hopes of motivating and inspiring those that aren’t too happy.

1. Take Responsibility and Fire THEY. Chris Brogan does a great job of reminding us to take responsibility for ourselves and our careers. “It’s when I realized that the person responsible for bringing greatness to my life was me. Only me.” If anyone can motivate and inspire it’s Chris.
2. Rewarding workers doesn’t have to be expensive. Rhonda Abrams has some entertaining and worthwhile ideas on how employers can reward employees for a job well done. How about getting your birthday off as a paid vacation? Simple enough, but a great gesture. I think a lot of companies do offer fun and cool rewards, but they don’t always promote that fact. They should.
3. 5 Ways to Stand Out and Get Your Dream Job or Succeed in the One You Have. Brandon Henak focuses on a set of goals that will leave to career success: be a whole person, be passionate, be a leader, be reflective and relative, and be externally aware.