Don't Call It Quits: Turn the Job You Have into the Job You Love Shana Gaynor
You dont need to leave your job to feel happier at work
Why dont you just quit? If youre unfulfilled by your job, youve likely been asked this question before. But the truth is, its not always necessary or even advisable to make a career change in order to enjoy work more. For those who cant reasonably leave a stable position right nowand for anyone who wants to feel happier at workDon't Call It Quits is essential reading.
Shana Lebowitz Gaynor, a journalist whos spent years covering career development, provides the tools you need to feel more engaged at work, reclaim agency in your career, and find freedom and happinesswithout upending your life with a job change. Lebowitz Gaynors pro tips and smart strategies are backed by scientific research and the experiences of a diverse group of workplace experts.
These insights will help readers learn how to shift their expectations around meaningful work, identify their values, and recognize whats motivating them to stay put. Most importantly, the advice in this book will help readers stop feeling stuck and start seizing opportunities to thrive in the same role. Youll learn how to:
- Tell a different story about your career trajectory
- Pinpoint what you hate about your job and start fixing it
- Figure out what meaning and impact look like for you
- Tailor your role to your skills and interests, even without your boss input
- Find one thing you love about your work
- Expand your identity beyond your job title