Dear Sue: I graduated four years ago and have not been able to stick with one job permanently. I think there is something terribly wrong with me as I have not stayed at any job for longer than six months, yet I am unable to do anything about it.
Currently I am hopping from one temporary job to another which is really detrimental to my career life as well as my personal life. I have lost my self esteem and worried I spoiling my health due to many sleepless nights.
I cant find a job I want. I set too many rules for finding a job such as location, transportation, salary, less complex jobs etc.
I am afraid employers are reluctant to hire me. Please tell me what to do.
Going Crazy
Sue Says: Youve told me that you have not lasted at a job more than 6 months and that this is hurting you personally, professionally, and emotionally. You think you are unable to do anything about this, yet you admit you set too many rules for the type of job you will accept.
I am not convinced that hopping from one temporary job to another is as detrimental to your career as you think it is. If you view what has happened as a valuable learning experience instead of a waste of time, you will be able to use it to your advantage. Youve taken so to help you figure out what you are good at and enjoy doing, it can be a plus. The more you learn about yourself, what you are good at and what you enjoy doing, the better off you will beand once you figure it out, you will be able to communica...
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