Career Advice

I love lists. Lists are so organized. Lists help me stay organized. I thought the best way to organize my thoughts from yesterday's work/life balance seminar by making a list. Please enjoy and please share your own tips for career advice.

1: Slow down and appreciate the diversity around you.
2: Treat others fairly.
3: Learn to pick your battles.
4: Learn how to take feedback but don't get defensive or emotional over it (probably shouldn't cry.)
5: Figure out what you like to do.
6: Figure out what you are willing to do and what you are not willing to do.
7: Make a decision and stick to it (it doesn't matter if its right or wrong because that gets figured out later.)
8: Do your best and take pride in your work.
9: Network with others.
10: Be humble and leave your ego at the door.
11: Try new things. You don't have to be an expert before you take on a new job or task.

Good attitude

Sometimes attitude is a decision and not a reflection of your surroundings. Positive thinking can keep you out of harms way. I know from experience that when I choose a good attitude, life goes a little smoother and troubles don’t phase me out.

My tips for choosing a good attitude include: good hair day, having a special drink, chatting with a friend, listening to a good song, and relaxing with a favorite hobby. How do you choose a good attitude?

Tough Decisions

Today’s rating is Positive.

I forgot the nap that I deserved but I played the piano for the first time in 3 months. Happily, I haven’t forgotten anything. At church the one thing that stood out for me was how we need to be passionate for God and make a difference. I know that I am supposed to play the piano but I also know that now is not my time. I need to practice so when it is my turn, I will be ready to jump right in.

I am also dealing with a tough decision about church. I don’t feel that Watermark has enough support for me because its a small church. Should I go try a bigger church? On the other hand, I should be leaving around May or June. Is it realistic to create new relationships just to leave them? These are questions that I don’t know the answer to. I am praying and seeking counsel. If you have any advice, please share! Thanks!