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For many of us, the idea of having a job that is truly satisfying \u2013 the kind where work doesn’t feel like work anymore \u2013 is pure fantasy. Sure, professional athletes, ski patrollers, and golf pros may have found a way of doing what they love and getting paid for it. But is there actually anyone out there who dreams of sitting at a desk and processing paper, or watching products fly by them on conveyor belts, or working to solve other people\u2019s problems?<\/p>

Career dreams are one thing; practical reality is often another. When they happily coincide, seize the opportunity and enjoy it! Luckily, when they do not, it\u2019s good to know that it is possible<\/strong> to get job satisfaction from a practical choice of career. Job satisfaction doesn\u2019t have to mean pursuing the ultra-glamorous or making money from your hobby. You can work at<\/strong> job satisfaction, and find it in the most unexpected places\u2026<\/p>

The heart of job satisfaction is in your attitude and expectations; it\u2019s more about how you approach your job than the actual duties you perform. Whether you work on the farm, on a production line, in the corner office or on the basketball court, the secret is to understand the key ingredients of your unique recipe<\/strong> for job satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n

Identify Your Satisfaction Triggers<\/h2>\n\n

There are three basic approaches to work: is it a job, a career, or a passion? Depending on which type of work you are in right now, the things that give you satisfaction will vary.<\/p>

  • If you work at a JOB, the compensation aspects of the position will probably hold more appeal than anything else, and have the greatest impact on whether you stay or go.<\/li>
  • If you work at a CAREER, you are looking for promotions and career development opportunities. Your overall satisfaction is typically linked with your status, power, or position.<\/li>
  • If you work at a PASSION, the work itself is the factor that determines your satisfaction, regardless of money, prestige, or control.<\/li><\/ul>

    Inevitably, these are generalizations, and you will probably find that you get satisfaction from more than one approach to work. Being aware of the type of work you are doing, and the things you need for job satisfaction, will help you to identify and adjust your satisfaction expectations accordingly.<\/p>\n\n

    Building Job Satisfaction<\/h2>\n\n