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Change It Up to Light a Spark
Do you often approach the work day with apathy because it’s become dull? Is your work environment so ugly that you cannot bear to face another day there? Maybe it’s time to change it up! Whether you think so or not, your attitude about your job matters the most.

A job that becomes boring or a work environment that leaves you wanting something more can be signs that you need to take steps to make it better. While you cannot change everything you dislike about your job, there are some things that you can change to make it more appealing. Here are some ways to take your job by the horns and improve your outlook.

Change the environment

Whether you work in a cubicle, on the road, or have a simple workstation, there are ways to make your work environment more appealing. Start with removing clutter from your work area as much as possible by putting things into drawers, folders, or obtaining a low-cost organizing system. Next, improve the lighting of your work area with a small lamp that gives off soft lighting, or ask your safety manager to install overhead lights that are less glaring on computer screens. Then add some personal touches, like some pictures of people and things that inspire you, a few houseplants, and even a pillow for your chair.

Ask for new duties

Oftentimes, management may know about opportunities to work in new assignments or on new projects. Unless you speak up and ask for a new assignment or project, you may not know about it. Let your boss know you enjoy working for the company and want to expand your horizons, then come up with a plan to take on new things that will once again get your juices flowing.

Establish an improved personal brand

A big part of developing a solid reputation at work and bringing that spark back is to create a personal brand. This is what you are best known for. Let people know about your special talents, hobbies, and interests. Participate in activities at work that bring these things out. Brand your social media accounts, your office space, and your computer desktop. Be an expert at something, and you will soon gain the respect and admiration of your peers.

Learn something new

Add to your work experience by choosing an area of your job that you really enjoy. Grow this passion by taking some low-cost online classes or by attending some community education at a local college. Let your boss know you are taking steps to enhance your learning in a particular area of the business or industry, then ask for new projects or responsibilities in this area once you have built your confidence.

Try a new assignment

You could also change things up a little by taking some time off from your present job and taking on some paid temporary assignments. If you are considering switching jobs, this can be a great way to try a new job without the full on commitment. How can you do this? You can ask your boss for more flexible hours so you can take on a side job, or you can ask for a brief leave for a few months to try your hand at a new job.

These are just a few ways to make your work life better and change things up so you can shake the boredom of your present job. Be creative and be proactive, focused on being a better person and a better employee for the ultimate results.

As one of the top staffing agencies in Chicago, Davis Staffing presents a number of opportunities for anyone looking for a change in their employment. Contact our great team of recruiters today to get started!