Today starts the unwrapping of some of the subject matter in yesterday’s post How To Know If You’re a Corporate Slave. See the list from yesterday to connect the dots.
One of sure signs that you’re a corporate slave is when fear motivates you. I’m not talking about fear of a deadline or being late to a meeting. The type of fear I speak of is ongoing. For example, you recognize that your boss has authority over you and you live in fear that dismissal is a mere breath away.
This post is not designed to tease or make light of your fear. Matter of fact, I know your situation is very serious. I have counseled many on dealing with this issue.
What if you did the following and decided to move toward freedom?
- Admit to yourself that you are living in fear (not to mention motivated by it).
- See fear for what it is; False Evidence Appearing Real.
- Find a mentor to help you in your journey.
- Ask yourself this question; Is what (your job) I’m doing make me come alive?
- Cross the Rubicon and don’t look back. It won’t be easy, but it will move you toward your Destiny.
All of the above won’t solve every situation or problem you face. But it is a start in the right direction. The dangers of being motivated by fear are obvious and yet subtle at the same time.
You may get that retirement package you want like Chuck, but you’ll have traded something for it. You can’t have it all. You can’t slave for 60 hours a week and think that you can have a great relationship with your spouse…kids…friends and most importantly God.
You only have a short time to get this right. Get in touch to learn how I can help.