Written by: Clark Mitchell
1/21/2010 9:41 AM

As the new reality continues to set in about our economy and our future, there seems to be more and more conversations about the "workplace". (By the way - I am excited about the new reality! I think there is more opportunity than ever before, just new rules.) Everywhere I seem to go, people continue to talk about their discontentment in their "jobs".

So here is my question: Do you want a job?

Or, do you want a place that will help you pursue your potential?

You have to decide! A person that wants a job simply wants the security of knowing all their bills are going to be paid. Paying the bills are important, little Johnny deserves his food. BUT, if your goal is simply to pay the bills, don't begin to whine when you don't like your workplace! Simply remember, it is what I wanted, a place that provides me the opportunity to make sure I have heat. (Nothing wrong with that!)

On the other hand, if you want a place that will help you pursue your potential, you need to interview them! You need to look at their values, their development plan for employees, their culture, their leadership style, etc. You might even have to decide what is more important, the amount of money you make or the environment you work in to help develop your potential.

I have never met a person who has lived into their potential that didn't have to sacrifice for a season to ultimately move ahead. I have never met a person who has lived into their potential that wasn't intentional about the professional development.

Question: Do you want a job? I don't! While I know my financial responsibilities, I want more than a paycheck! I want to work in an environment that helps me, and others, play at our potential.

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