Through a New Lens

At the beginning of the school year, back in September, my job switched me to a different department. I was transferred so I could continue to work during the school year. My previous experiences allowed me to have a lot of responsibility. I really felt that I was apart of a team and I could see, first hand, my hard work pay off everyday. With the new position, it's been a lot different. I don't have nearly as much responsibility as I used to which makes me feel so much less productive. At first, I really didn't like my new job. Over the past few months, I have learned to appreciate it for what it is. 

See the rewarding aspect of your new position rather than constantly comparing it to the old one

Sometimes new changes and new jobs can be challenging. You are constantly comparing your boss, your coworkers, the work to your previous experience and that isn't always fair. This position is a lot less demanding on me, but that was exactly what I needed since I had a full load with school. I don't get to directly see how my work influences our customers, but I do understand how what I do plays in the larger picture. It took readjusting how I viewed things to see the rewarding aspect of this new position rather than constantly comparing it to my old one. 

Whenever you feel yourself loosing focus and wondering about where you'll be happy next, bring yourself back to the present

They say "the grass is always greener on the other side" but it never really is. Take the time to appreciate the grass on your side for what it is and find the rewarding aspects of it. "Whenever you feel yourself loosing focus and wondering about where you'll be happy next, bring yourself back to the present, look at what you already have, look around you and enjoy the moments that are happening right now."