Economics/Geekonomics

Career Sustainability And Your Passions

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So last week I discussed Career Sustainability and why it was important. In short, Career Sustainability is about ensuring your career lasts to pay the bills, and I explored what it took.

Now in the spirit of Muse Hack, I’d like to specifically address how to tie your hobbies, passions, and interests into Career Sustainability. Your Geekery can be applied to keeping your career – and the money – going.

Admittedly if you’re already a fan-to-pro type this is probably old hat. But if you’re still syncing up your career and passions, or are still exploring options, these should give you some great ideas.

So all those areas I discussed last column, let’s see what you can do with your own geekiness . . .

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Job Creation and Climate

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Two things to follow here.

First, Americans back government job creation – though it’s a broadly mixed bag of proposals there, so not everyone agrees on the right method. Suggests to me that if some rational politicians (those that are left) pay attention they’d have a lot of support – and a lot of workers.

President Obama will be announcing his climate change plans tomorrow. Beyond the scientific, political, and survival-of-the-human species issues, this could also result in economic stimulus. There’s something sad about me thinking that way, but my focus here is careers.

Since Miami looks to be facing some serious challenges, you scientific Musehackers may want to direct your skills to urban re-engineering.

– Steven

A Lot Of People Are Unsatisfied At Work

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Shocking news that will no doubt cause you to stand up and go “I should sit back down this is no surprise.”

According to a Gallup study, only 30% of people feel engaged at work, and of the 70% some people are pretty discontented. Management is a big issue.

I know none of us are surprised, but it’s worth a read to get the fine details.  I’m curious as to what this disconnect is going to do long-term if it’s not addressed.  I don’t see it improving or staying stable, I see people getting more bitter.

– Steven