8 Reasons why you should like a bad job

`FREEDOM is not doing what you love but loving what you do!' I believe its for the express purpose of people who detest their jobs that this particular quote has been manufactured. Certainly, if all of us were to love doing some of the most unexciting things that we have to, there would no cause for unhappiness. In an unexciting work situation, meeting enforced work demands can be a huge de-motivator. Discover how you can master the art of liking what you detest!

It's always been Murphy's law that what will happen will happen. But look at the bright side. By understanding that every cog in the corporate wheel is important, your job is made worth its while. What you do brings succour to many people, from the management to the company's exchequer.

There's always something to learn. In a `bad' job, you're out of your comfort zone, facing odds that you'd rather not. Ironically, you're a better person, professionally and personally because of these `odds.'

Being in an unsuitable job doesn't give you the power to treat it badly. You still need to give it your best shot. It's a matter of conscience and character.

It may be a bad job and worth complaining about. But you could be just as bad for it! You may not have the skills, attitude, or the aptitude. It's a challenge therefore to master it.

Get a few facts right. It's your life and you're in the job because you wanted it, for whatever reason. Don't blame the world and the workplace for it.

Don't let the word `eternity' yawn at you. Consider your present employment as a temporary arrangement till you find a better opening.

So what if you're the janitor? That doesn't make your fellow janitors bad people to be with. Don't cringe to be seen with your lot at the workplace. The next time you try walking through the door as a manager, they might just not open it!

Finally, thrive on self-created deadlines and challenges. It's one way of firing your enthusiasm and staying highly motivated. This'll win you a lot of brownie points and a speedier climb up the corporate ladder.

SAMYUKTA KODA