Being Unsatisfied
is our normal state. Actually it is a good thing we are not satisfied with the
way our situation is. This motivates us to make changes for the better.
Something that doesn’t work motivates me to fix it or
replace it. It is why we invent new tools and come up with new solutions. It is
how the human race grows.
Still it is not easy. You don’t feel good. How do you stay
motivated? How do you relax?
For example every job gets repetitive, boring, co-workers
complain, something does not work, and life
gets frustrating. What do you do? Find something about you job you like.
I worked for lock companies, which sounds boring after
aerospace. What motivated me for years was the mission. We were protecting
people and their businesses. Would dive deeper into problems, learn more and think
of creative ways to improve our products and services.
My current position does not use all my skills. My position
is in a bit of a silo. My motivation is helping
mechanics by simplifying their instructions, removing obstacles and providing
better tools to be productive.
Get comfortable with being a little uncomfortable. Try
something new outside your strengths. Introduce yourself to strangers. Ask
awkward questions. Go somewhere you aren’t sure you belong. See what is like
and who you meet there.
Along the way you will grow.
