April 30th, 2007
Out And About vs. In The Office
A Job that Fits Your Personality
Have you ever accepted a job you thought was going to be great but turned out to be a complete disaster? I know I have! I’ve experienced the frustration of working in a job that was a horrible fit for my personal work style. Every day, I felt like a square peg being pounded into a round hole.
Fast forward over twelve years later and now I do what I love and my work is in complete alignment with my skills, passions and personality. I know how working in the right job elevates the overall quality of your entire life. That is why I’m committed to helping other professional women find that same level of career fulfillment and satisfaction for themselves.
For a job to truly “work” for you, it must be in alignment with your personal preferences. You can have a job that fits your skills and interests, but if it doesn’t blend with your personality, it’s not going work for you.
This month, I review five different work styles. Assess them all and identify which ones most closely match your personal preferences.
Work Style #5: Out and About vs. In the Office
During a typical work week, do you prefer to be out and about at meetings, luncheons and conferences? Or, do you prefer to stay close to the office and concentrate at your desk?
Some women prefer to be out of the office meeting people throughout the week, while others prefer staying put in one location.
Similarly, some women enjoy business travel, while others much prefer to stay close to home. For example, one of my clients received an award from a customer in California. She was invited on an all-expense paid trip to receive the prize at the celebration gala. She declined the invitation. She was honored to receive the award, but didn’t want to fly all the way to San Francisco to receive it.
Which of these most accurately captures the spirit of your personality and work style?
Whichever you prefer, there is no right or wrong. Simply identify which fits with your preference so you can understand and embrace your personal work style.
Until next month, here’s to your continued success!
Maret
