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What to Do When You Hate Your Job
by Remy Lo
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Overview
If each morning begins with assertions of how your job is sucking the happiness from your life, coping with these negative feelings is essential to restoring your emotional well-being. While thoughts of work don't have to make you jump for joy, they shouldn't make you feel depressed or exceedingly angry. Since keeping a job may be necessary for lifestyle maintenance, fantasies of walking away from your job or quitting in a hasty manner probably are not your best options. Knowing how to handle yourself while facing workplace adversity can ensure you don't make rash decisions.
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Assess Your Situation
Defining "why" you hate you job can help you find appropriate solutions and place your feelings into perspective. Make list of reasons, including details of when your negative feelings began and what intensifies or lessens them. Acknowledging negative feelings may decrease or rid them altogether.
Take such factors as your position and opportunities for advancement into consideration. Envisioning constructive events can subdue negative feelings, including your desires to resign. For example, knowing that a raise or promotion is in your future could motivate you to overlook irritating co-workers and substandard equipment.
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Develop Coping Mechanisms
Expressing feelings to a trusted friend can alleviate stress and make you less likely to have a meltdown at work. Avoid complaining about your job dissatisfaction to co-workers or neglecting your duties, as this can affect your workplace reputation.
Engaging in such tension-relieving hobbies as exercising, listening to music and making crafts can restore positive feelings. Complete activities before and after work for needed energy boosts and peace of mind.
Confronting your boss or co-workers regarding workplace issues can help you maintain your sanity. It can also make you feel less liable for issues such as unsafe working conditions and unsavory management practices. Avoid approaching anyone with anger as this can make working conditions unpleasant and damage your professional status.
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Focus on Your Future
Furthering your education can place you on an accelerated path within your organization. It can also break up workplace boredom and give you a positive outlet. Inquire about company-sponsored training or enroll in job-related training and certification courses. Using your time wisely can have a positive effect on your career outlook and self-esteem.
Searching for another job may be a suitable option after you've exhausted all means to better your outlook. Consider transferring to another departments or applying for higher-paying jobs in your department in order to maintain company benefits. Asking about opportunities to work from home a few days of the week could lead to greater job satisfaction.
If you desire to find another job, don't use your work time or resources on that search. Compare the benefits of all job offers to ensure that you're not making hasty decisions.
