The Right Job for You

What are some important considerations when you look for a new job? According to experts, you ought to think about these things.

First, know yourself! You should ask yourself exactly what you want from a job. Is it money, interesting work, nice-co workers, or something else? Different people want different things from a job. Asses yourself. Where are you now, and where do you want to be?

You also might want to think about your personal relationships. Consider which relationships are going well, which ones are not, and, most importantly, why. This will help you understand how you relate to people work with.

Make changes! If you had problems in another job (maybe you were always late, or you did not finish projects), then you should make changes before you take a new job. It is too late when you are in the job.

Decide what you don't want! If you just want a nine to five job (a typical workday), you had better not work for a company that expects you to be on call 24/7 (twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week).

If you have an interview, prepare! You should find out about an employer's business before your interview. Study the company's website. You should also call the company. Ask to speak with someone about the job.

Of course, many of these ideas are common sense, but a lot of people just don't think about them. As a result, they are unhappy in their jobs.

(Source : Buku Teks Pendamping Bahasa Inggris untuk Siswa SMA-MA/SMK-MAK Kelas XI (2016))