Some Good Things Never Last

"In every one of us there are two ruling and directing principles, whose guidance we follow wherever they may lead; the one being an innate desire of pleasure; the other, an acquired judgment which aspires after excellence." - Socrates

We often say that the only constant thing in this world is CHANGE. It is a part of a greater process called evolution, innovation, transformation, and / or anything that tries to make a difference with a goal of achieving something better.

We are greatly influenced with the sports ethic : NEVER QUIT. As i quote a child in a local television commercial when he feels like being screwed up when he already had and did everything just to be a part of a basketball team her mom always says - " never say die, never loose hope, for tomorrow is another day!". A little bit funny but reality check it has a great impact.

If that game is our career, profession or business we might always think of winning. But the questions of "should i stay" or "should i kept going?" are the most difficult questions to anyone even to some career counselors or coaches. There is no single answer in particular but to help you ease your burden and to help you decide take some of the following considerations.

1. How did you get into the situation? Were you encouraged by a spouse, parent, friend or mentor? You have a better chance of fulfilling your own dream than someone else's.

2. Is there a little voice in your head that whispers, "Maybe you should be doing X instead?" Listen up, as the sports coaches say, especially if you can put a name on "X" ,and if you've been playing this game awhile. That "little voice" may be your intuition speaking.

3. Does your new venture refuse to go away? If you try to leave your job, do you find yourself getting caught up in a new project or rewarded with a new promotion?

One speaker, accepting a local "Entrepreneur of the Year" award, told the audience, "I hated this business. I tried to sell it but nobody would buy me out. I was forced to fix it up and, in the process, found success."

4. What is the universe telling you?
Are you getting customers?
Is your progress considerably faster or slower than your peers and competitors?
Has anything clicked into place for you, seemingly without effort?

5. What is your own historical trend?
Do you tend to give up too easily or hang on too long?

6. Are you still having fun?
A loss of enthusiasm can be temporary, especially if you're fatigued or have just experienced a setback. Long-term discouragement will create negative energy and ultimately destroy your career or business.

7. Must your decision be either-or?
Can you continue a business part-time with a manager? Can you look for a new job but also start a business? Multi-tasking can fragment energies but also offer unparalleled opportunities.

In every career path you should have to make wise decision. Stop struggling and focus your mind. Set your own goals, objectives and perspective. Most of all take time.

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"Because you can't pack your life into a box." -Cathy Goodwin