“Would I employ myself?”- This is a question that every employee should ask themselves. Suppose you own a business, one that you have built with every speck of hard work in your body, something that you have always dreamt of; would you employ someone who is the same person as you in your business?
There are two possible answers to this question - yes, I would, or no, I wouldn’t. At first instinct, ‘yes’ may be the obvious answer that comes to your mind. But the actual answer to this seemingly simple question takes up a lot of introspection and honesty.
There are two possible answers to this question - yes, I would, or no, I wouldn’t. At first instinct, ‘yes’ may be the obvious answer that comes to your mind. But the actual answer to this seemingly simple question takes up a lot of introspection and honesty.
Do I work to the fullest of my potential? Am I motivated to do the job? How often do I make up excuses to not do my job? Do I have a vision for my role? These are some of the many questions that you will have to answer on your way to the first question’s answer.
On your first day at work, you must have also dreamt of being a productive, indispensable employee; but down the line, maybe, you got lost in the daily grind and decided just anyhow to survive instead because you are getting paid anyway. But working is more than just surviving the month; it’s about contributing to a larger goal and progressing constantly.
On your first day at work, you must have also dreamt of being a productive, indispensable employee; but down the line, maybe, you got lost in the daily grind and decided just anyhow to survive instead because you are getting paid anyway. But working is more than just surviving the month; it’s about contributing to a larger goal and progressing constantly.
Retrospect on your performance for the past few months and ask yourself these questions:
Have you been a hardworking employee trying to be an asset to the company, or is the paycheck the only thing you look forward to?
Your purpose should not be to be a selfless human who throws their own needs out of the window; but, there should exist a sense of passion and dedication within you towards your job. You should work as if the company is your own and you are a part of something bigger than just yourself.
Are you always looking for ways to escape work?
One way to know the answer to this question is to consider the number of false leaves you have taken in the recent past. Nobody can force you to do something you don’t want to do. You can make up fake illnesses now and then, because no one can verify them,but this shouldn’t be the case.
Have you been a hardworking employee trying to be an asset to the company, or is the paycheck the only thing you look forward to?
Your purpose should not be to be a selfless human who throws their own needs out of the window; but, there should exist a sense of passion and dedication within you towards your job. You should work as if the company is your own and you are a part of something bigger than just yourself.
Are you always looking for ways to escape work?
One way to know the answer to this question is to consider the number of false leaves you have taken in the recent past. Nobody can force you to do something you don’t want to do. You can make up fake illnesses now and then, because no one can verify them,but this shouldn’t be the case.
Your job should inspire you to show up at work every day and do your duty loyally. Your answers to these questions determine if you would employ yourself. You wouldn’t want a lethargic, work-shy person to work for your own hard-earned business who is there just to kill time. You would instead hire someone who does justice to themselves and the company.
It is imperative that every employee takes a moment and reflects on this question. If, after going through the process of introspection and self-questioning, your answer is a ‘No’, try and find out where you lack as an employee. Work on those areas.
It is imperative that every employee takes a moment and reflects on this question. If, after going through the process of introspection and self-questioning, your answer is a ‘No’, try and find out where you lack as an employee. Work on those areas.
Resolve to give your best every day; to use your skills and strengths to benefit the company. Success comes hand in hand with hard work. You can achieve nothing without working for it.
“Would I employ myself?” - The question is meant to open your ways to better beginnings. Be an asset, not a liability for the company where you work. Stop complaining and take things in your hand to bring meaningful change.
Think and work like you own the business. Putting yourself in someone else's shoes in the best way to determine the answer to this question. By looking at every situation as if you are the owner of the company you will find yourself facing new opportunities and ultimately more satisfaction in everything you do.
“Would I employ myself?” - The question is meant to open your ways to better beginnings. Be an asset, not a liability for the company where you work. Stop complaining and take things in your hand to bring meaningful change.
Think and work like you own the business. Putting yourself in someone else's shoes in the best way to determine the answer to this question. By looking at every situation as if you are the owner of the company you will find yourself facing new opportunities and ultimately more satisfaction in everything you do.