How to proceed When You Detest Your Job
During my college days, I had a professor who advised our class to open a “Go to Hell” account at the bank and save at least six months’ worth of income in it. He suggested that if you ever found yourself in a situation where you absolutely despised your job, you could simply tell your boss to, well, you know where, and still have the financial means to cover your expenses (not that I am recommending this).
Find the Root Cause: Why Do You Hate Your Job?
In all seriousness, take some time to determine why you dislike your job. If it’s something unchangeable and not temporary, it’s time to start your job search. I would never advise quitting before finding a new job. No matter how much you loathe your current profession, do you really want the stress of not having enough money to cover your expenses?
Furthermore, I strongly recommend considering having a professional write your resume and cover letter. I guarantee it will significantly reduce the time it takes for you to receive interview offers. I own a resume writing service, and a friend of mine recently approached me, frustrated with her current job. After weeks of submitting resumes with no success, she turned to me for assistance. I crafted a resume that highlighted her skills applicable to almost any industry she would apply to. Within a week, she landed a great job in a completely different field, and she loves it.
Can a Revised Resume Rescue You From the Job You Despise?
Resume writers spend every day crafting resumes, and they are experts at what employers look for in a resume and cover letter. Their goal is to make you stand out and secure interviews. Most resume services offer to rewrite your resume for free if you don’t receive job offers within a specified period.
I provide this offer to my clients, but I’ve never had anyone request a rewrite. In fact, most of my clients find job opportunities almost immediately. Consider it an investment in your future. It’s arguably the most critical document for your career. The key is to be proactive in your job search once you have the resume ready.
There are many excellent job-search websites on the internet today. Use them to your advantage and dedicate at least an hour each day to search and apply for positions that match your interests and qualifications. Taking proactive steps to find a job you love will pay off in the end. Life is simply too short to spend your days working somewhere you detest.
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