I'am Thankful

I am Thankful for my Job
I have so much to be thankful; a wonderful family, good health, few good friends and a career. But, this year I have something else to be thankful for; a great job. I’m not just employed and bringing home a paycheck; I have the best job of my career and I am very thankful for that.. considering I'm starting all over from zero again. I enjoy coming to work and I like the people I work with. Which for me is the best part.

Do What You Love
There is a constant debate on the blogs about whether people should do what they love or pursue a career with high earning potential. I’m very fortunate to do what I love and also get paid. Being in the Food and Beverage Industry and Service Line isn’t for everyone. It can be very stressful and you constantly have to keep up with new challenges. Busy days like Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights, manpower shortage, rowdy and complaining customers..all that jazz! But, I chose to work in this industry and I’m happy with the choice I made.

Good & Bad Jobs
One of the reasons I love my job is because I’ve had some really bad jobs in the past. So, I really appreciate working in a nice, cool,hip place; having benefits and having a weekend off. Some of the people I have worked with have never had to labor or work for low wages and they don’t appreciate just how good they have it.

Good & Bad Employers
Another thing I have experienced is the difference between good and bad employers. I won’t go into any lengthy definition; most people have worked for both and know the difference. I quit a couple of jobs that mistreated me as an employee and it’s very empowering. Hanging around and hoping it will get better or taking one for the team is just the opposite. I’m at the point in my career where I recognize soul-sucking employers and I quickly move on. I also appreciate a good employer and treat them with out most respect and loyalty.

Complaining at Work
There was a great post and comment thread over at Invest it Wisely about Pet Peeves. As I started writing this post I realized one of my biggest pet peeves is people who complain about their jobs. Right now, I know people would kill for a good job. Meanwhile, others have great jobs and spend their entire day complaining about them. Complaining is unproductive, unprofessional and dis-empowering. Promotions and opportunities are lost for employees who complain about their company. Positive and successful people avoid others who are negative. Complaining can become an expensive habit.

Making your Own Paycheck
Some people are born entrepreneurs and they would never be happy working for someone else. One day, I would love to be self-employed and not answer to anyone. But, it’s not easy to give up a job with such good colleagues and superiors. So, I will continue to appreciate and do well my current job; even as I dream of one day being the master of my own destiny.

The Bottom Line
The bottom line is that a job is more than just a paycheck, it’s an opportunity. And, the most important part of any opportunity is what people make of it. The most humble of professions can be the start of a bright future.

“The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one.”
- my late Grandfather; Mr. Fausto Reyes Flores

Have a nice week ahead y'all! :D