Anyone actually LIKE their job??? | ADHD Information

I need some serious help (really).

I absolutely DESPISE my job, and I have a few ideas of what I MAY like, but I'm afraid to quit a secure job to try something new and end up not liking that either. Been there, done that, and I can't take it anymore.

If there is anyone out there who actually LIKES their job, please tell me how you discovered that you liked it, and what gave you the confidence to actually pursue it.

Please help!
Before mamahood, I was in horticulture and loved it. I really enjoyed garden design, being outdoors, and the physical nature of it. Downside- wears your body out (back pain is really common) and doesnt pay much. But, it was worth it for me!

I've despised any job I've held where I've been indoors, at a desk, or constantly surrounded by people. Chocoholic, I've thought about landscaping, but you mentioning that back pain is really common makes me nervous. I have degenerative disc disease, so maybe it wouldn't be a good idea for me....

But sitting at a desk drives me bonkers too.....

Aaaarrrghhhh!!!

Why does this have to be so hard?
I like what I'm doing now. I'm a media correspondent for state legislature, an internship for class credit. Everyday I get to explore and write about something new, talk to new people, etc.

I love my job. I work at an insurance agency. I am a CSR in the commercial department. While it does require a lot of focus to detail I really like the clients that I deal with. It might sound stupid but I enjoy the fact that I can help them understand something that they probably don't understand but really need to.

I merchandise for Frito Lay at nights. It's only part time because I'm a full time student. But it's nice because I can go to the stores on my route any time of the night I need. [QUOTE=hellahyper]

I have a job that enables me to work when I want and haven't talked to my boss in a couple of weeks. Love it, maybe it's the supervisor over your shoulder (the one without adhd) idea more than the job? good luck.

Paul

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That's a BIG part of it. I'm the junior person in my department, so not only do I have the non-ADD boss (who is very much like the boss in the movie Office Space) hanging over my shoulder, but the non-ADD co-workers as well. I despise being told what to do, never mind HOW to do it. And I get it all day long. Some days I feel like I'm going to end up in a straight-jacket.

I need a job where I can be left to my own devices, and my own schedule. I don't need a boss or other co-workers watching my every move. Your situation sounds great. What do you do?

Paul

Jigga_who, I work as an assistant buyer (aka: doormat) in the construction industry. I think even if I DID like the product, I still wouldn't like being a buyer. It's just a really bad fit for me.

By the time I was 22, I had worked at least 8 jobs (including seasonal and part time work). At least 4 of them I quit because they just sucked. I have the opposite of your problem though... if something got on my nerves or if I had an issue with something, I kept my mouth shut for fear I'd be critisised for having an opinion. Plus I'm not good at putting thoughts into words either. I absolutely suck at job interviews because I always think of the perfect answer an hour after it's too late.
Sue, I know most people have days where they hate their jobs. I've told myself that a hundred thousand times - "why can't I just suck it up like the rest of the world?"

Because I'm not like the rest of the world. I have ADD. Sticking to a boring job becomes all that much more difficult for us, if not impossible at times. I have a profound understanding of what my brain can and cannot tolerate, and right now, my brain can not tolerate this job. I HATE being stuck within the confines of someone else's expectations. If I have to do a task for soemone else, I at least want it to be something I don't hate.

where do u work now bcgirl?

I recently quit my job, was there for a year.. but im 22 and that was my first job ever. It was an easy slack job..but i started to get real annoyed with customers and snap at them instantly. before i could control it..but lately.. its been bad so i didnt think it was fair for me to be treating them like that.

I cant seem to figure out what i want to go to school for, i change my mind constantly.. i cant find a job cuz im so scared of everything.

i feel like im doomed!! ahh!
< =""> I think most people find there jobs quite boring at times. Finding a job with lots of flexability is hard to find but worth looking for. I have one but sometimes really hate my job. Money and extras keep me there. I just practice keeping my mouth shut when I get annoyed. Some days I like my job, but only if I'm really busy. I work in the social service field. Good days and bad.[quote]I can NOT take critisism, nor do I like attention drawn to me like that. Kudos for sticking it out![/quote]

Heh, guess I'm not the only one with thin-skin here :)
I detest my job! It is a high profile job in a local government agency. My name is in the paper on a regular basis. I constantly have people watching for mistakes so they can bring my boss and our board down. I know that if a certain group of people get a majority on the board, they will get rid of me just because I worked for the previous group. I have been sued over doing what I was told to do. Unfortunately, I have one of the highest paying jobs for a female (and many males) in our town. I also hate the thought of driving an hour to get someplace I might be able to make a comparible salary. UGH! I understand where you are coming from!

Atworkbutsleeping, I don't know how on EARTH you can take that.... I'd go nuts, kick-ass pay or not. I can NOT take critisism, nor do I like attention drawn to me like that. Kudos for sticking it out!