We spend at least 30% of our lives at work. On average, that’s 900,000 hours over a lifetime. That’s a lot of hours. And if the statistics are also true that 80% of Americans are miserable at their jobs, maybe it’s time to devote some attention to occupational wellness or, to borrow the label du jour, “self-care.” The national conversation around self-care has sadly become associated more with … [Read more...] about 5 Career Self-Care Practices for Christian Professionals
Mistakes at Work and How to Recover From Them: Advice from a Former Waitress
There are many reasons I think everyone should spend some time working in food service, particularly waiting tables. From a Christian perspective, having a job in the hospitality industry is a great way to live out your faith in a very real and authentic way. It’s also demanding work, both physically and mentally, plus it’s an education in maintaining grace under pressure. Another great, if … [Read more...] about Mistakes at Work and How to Recover From Them: Advice from a Former Waitress
No One Wants to be Your Mentor
Yes, you heard me. No one wants to be your mentor. I know what you're thinking, "Really? No one? Isn't that kind of harsh?" OK, let me think about it some more. Hemming … hawing … STILL NO. No one wants to be your mentor. Of course, there are going to be exceptions to the rule, but just plan on not being one of them. Four Reasons why no one wants to be your mentor 1. Time I guarantee the … [Read more...] about No One Wants to be Your Mentor
Finding your Calling: When the Answer is the Question
If I had to guess, I’d say that maybe 20% of people have always had a pretty clear idea of God’s call on their life. These are the people who knew from a young age that God had called them to serve through…say…teaching. As kids, they taught their stuffed animals, forced their siblings to play school, and sent their pets to the principal’s office. They went to college and got their degree in … [Read more...] about Finding your Calling: When the Answer is the Question
6 Reasons Why You’re Not Taken Seriously at Work
One day it hits you. Why is no one suggesting you apply for the open position? Or, why isn't your boss asking you to head up a new project or join a committee? At first, you brush it off, but you can’t seem to shake the suspicion that you’re not being taken seriously at work. It doesn't make sense. After all, you’re doing everything right. You show up to work on time and you do a good job. … [Read more...] about 6 Reasons Why You’re Not Taken Seriously at Work
The Unexpected Gift of Career Envy
I’m pretty sure no one enjoys the feeling of envy, but let me tell you a secret; Envy (and career envy in particular) is a gift. We learn from an early age that it’s wrong to resent and covet what others have, but our career envy is an enormously helpful tool in the process of self-discovery and vocational discernment. In other words, our envy is trying to show us something. "Negative … [Read more...] about The Unexpected Gift of Career Envy