Most of us have worked at jobs that paid very little and were uncomfortable, dirty or menial.
Usually this happens as we first enter the workforce.
Under these circumstances, it’s not uncommon to hear someone complain, “They don’t pay me enough to do this.”
As frustrating as it may be, there are two major opportunities staring us in the face when we feel this way.
The first one is that we learn what it means to provide value to an employer.
If the job we’re doing can be easily done by most people and there are plenty willing to do it, it’s going to pay a lower wage.
If it’s something requiring greater skill than most people have, an employer will generally pay more for someone who can do it.
This means that adding to our skillset is the key to providing more value which justifies more compensation.
The second opportunity is found in developing our personal integrity and work ethic.
A worker who tackles even menial tasks without complaint and who takes pride in doing those jobs right will not remain an entry-level employee for long.
This is especially true if they are willing to go above and beyond what’s expected.
Those who are only willing to do the bare minimum will find that opportunities to advance are few and far between.
Individuals who actively create value for their employer and who take pride in whatever job they’re doing will prosper.
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