Author: Alyssa Rebolledo
Nowadays, pursuing a career can be tiresome, anxiety-inducing, and stressful. You may lose focus of the brighter side which comes from all the benefits of landing a job. They include financial freedom, a new purpose in your life, and networking to continue your professional dreams and ambitions.
- Financial Freedom – Can liberate you from relying on your parents or spouse for money. Having a job and paycheck can help fund important things like bills and rent. You can gain independence by working which can lead to eventually buying your dream home. Another option is getting yourself a little treat as a reward for all your hard work. Financial freedom and working go hand and hand because you cannot have one without the other.
- A New Purpose – Working at a job can give you a new sense of belonging and personal satisfaction and accomplishment. This could manifest itself through working at a company or organization that aligns with your values. For instance, you may love animals and find a position at a local animal hospital or become a veterinarian. Your purpose is to help sick animals every day, which could be very rewarding. You can also make new friends while working. This can give you a sense that you are part of a group and that you and your coworkers rely on each other for help. Your career can lead you down a path of positivity because you enjoy it and are passionate about the job.
- Networking – As you navigate through the tasks and duties of your new position, chances are you will meet many new people inside and outside of the organization. This will give you the advantage of networking and connecting to the right people who may be able to help you with career advancement. For example, you go to the office work party and get introduced to the CEO of the company. If you make a memorable and positive impression the corporate leader may consider you for a higher paying, different position. Working can not only expose you to new and diverse people, but it may also help you land a new job that you’re better suited for.
The benefits of being employed far outweigh any downsides. You can meet new people, have a new purpose and a passion in life, and have the money to live the life you want. Working will never be easy, but having all these perks and gaining new experiences will make it all worthwhile.
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