the difference between a job and work
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In honor of Labor Day, this webinar will be all about the difference between a job you like and a job you dread. Sure, it is work, but how bad does it need to get to become unreasonable?TRANSCRIPT
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Introduction
• Less than half of American workers are satisfied with their jobs.
• 75% of people voluntarily leaving jobs don’t quit their jobs; they quit their bosses.
• 63% of those who do not feel treated with respect intend to [quit their jobs] within two years.
• What does it take for a person to quit their job?
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What We’ll Discuss Today
• Differentiate between a good and bad job
• Figure out how to remedy a bad job
• Know when to throw in the towel
• What have others done in a “bad job” situation?
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What Makes a Job a “Good Job”?
Can include (but is not limited to):• Allows you to live your
life• Source of respect• Purpose• Salary meets your needs
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What Makes a Job a “Bad Job”?Top 10 Reasons Why People Quit:• One person absorbs two
positions• Administrative help is cut• No room for promotion,
growth• No “say” in company
decisions• Lack of stability
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What Makes a Job a “Bad Job”?
• Lack of direction• Favoritism in the
office• Increased commute• Inexperienced
management• Competitive
environment
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How to Remedy a Bad Job
• Talk– Supervisor– Executives– Colleagues
• Make friends• Offer a solution• Make personal
changes
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When to Quit a Bad Job
• It’s not getting better• Empty promises• New opportunity• Physical/Emotional effects
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How to Quit a Bad Job
DO• Keep calm• Be honest• Participate in exit
interviews• Follow your
employment contract• Discuss with trusted
colleagues
DON’T• Lose your cool• Leave with a “bang”• Lie• Act on impulse
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What Other People Have Done…
Melissa’s Story“I was working my third year at the front desk at my university. Each year, I had a different boss, and my third one was terrible. He took credit for my work, didn’t respect my schedule, and forced me to work an additional 6 hour [graveyard] shift after I already worked 8 hours. I couldn’t take it anymore. I quit and walked out on the job. Then I emailed all my co-workers to explain it all. I regret the way I ended things, but I’m so glad I left.”
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What Other People Have Done…
Jenn’s Story“I joined a startup on a volunteer basis. As their need for me grew, I joined the team, but they never paid me. I grew passionate for the company, but still was never paid. After a few months of intense work, I felt like I was being taken advantage of. The founder agreed to pay me but fell behind on payments. The company ultimately folded and I was left with the mistakes I made. The founder still contacts me, but I’ve learned my lesson.”
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