What To To When Feeling Stuck In Your Career

The Positive Psychology People

Feeling stuck in your career impacts multiple areas of life, with many experiencing frustration. To combat this, reflect on energizing aspects and draining elements of your job. Use Deci and Ryan’s Self-Determination Theory to address autonomy, competence, and relatedness in your work. Continuously learn, seeking mentors and staying updated with industry trends. Apply design thinking to your career: empathize with your current situation, define what's missing, ideate possibilities, and prototype/test options. This empowers you to architect a fulfilling career, breaking free from constraints, and establishing a satisfying path.