Thursday, November 13, 2008

Money doesn't motivate me....no more


I found this great paying job while job searching for my company. This is a leadership position and I fit the qualifications quite well, from the Degree requirements to the years of experience. The starting pay range is between $72,500 and $85,000. I thought ""SWEET"". The only draw back is that I would have to be in charge of other executives.
Now I know what you're thinking, what the problem is? I have been in charge of up to 40-50 staff at a time and its no walk in the park. I was once told if you are not a good leader when you start a job, you can count on your staff to make you one. I later found what that meant, but I will allow you to figure it out on your own as well. Anyway, I conducted a little experiment and asked my team of experts what they thought. Most were enticed with the toys that can of loot can bring, but I felt no one really thought about what real work this company would want form the chosen candidate. I think employers want someone to come in and clean house. Get rid of the old hard ankles stuck in the past with their old ways of thinking. They want you breath new life in2 the system and think waaay outside the box. Basically being "the man" or Mr. Bigg. Don't get it twisted, Wardy can handle his business, but when it gets down to it, I am not motivated by money like that no more. I want to be respected because of who I am and what I do naturally. Ya know doing it my way!! I believe in the art of persuasion with swift disciple and immediate and rewarding praise for getting it right. This world is 95% followers and 5% leaders. The majority complain and make it hard for the leaders, but that is the game, right?
For people like me, I have to be the man in my own business-that motivates me to the fullest. Are you happy at your current job? Would more money make you happy or want to stay. Are you taking classes to escape your job. I am sure you have your issues, but don't let the money make you---You make the money your way....

I am Ward

1 comment:

Live Love Sleep Laugh Pray said...

I agree money does not motivate. At the end of the day its all about how you feel and who you impact and if you made a difference..Trust me I have had many offers..

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