"Take This Job and Shove It" is a Country Song NOT a Best Practice

If you hear a country song coming on the radio, you might think that "Take This Job and Shove It" is actually a best practice for the workplace. The reality of course is that this song from the late 1970s has nothing to do with what is actually taking place in most workplaces today. However, it does have ties to workplace behaviors that sometimes still exist today. For example, singing along at work as a way of relieving stress or expressing oneself; or becoming overly loyal with one's manager/supervisor and not considering whether their advice makes sense for your career or your personal well-being.

The song deals with a young man who is "breaking up" with his job, but he cannot get over the fact that he loves his job. He wants to leave work at work, but all of his fellow workers seem to be having a lot of fun. At the end of the day, he is told that he should take this job and shove it because everything is going to be okay.

We can look at this song as a cautionary tale about how you should never give up on your career dreams even when they are not going very well and you are not enjoying your work very much. In fact, if you are not enjoying your work, then it is almost always best to look for a new job or career path that will be more suitable for you. There is nothing worse than to stay in the same career path that was rewarding in the past when your needs and goals for your professional life have changed.

As we all know, however, many people find it much harder to get out of a job that they do not enjoy than from one that they do. This song may have been written with this truth in mind. Rather than dwell on why you cannot get another job, it is better to just say that it is over and that you want to move on. In the end, this will make you happier and more fulfilled in life.

Although the song was originally written many years ago, it still rings true with the events of everyday working life today. Whether people are in a position that they have been promoted into or transferred into, there are times when they will have to say goodbye to a long-time job or even a career path when their skills and needs have changed.

Another job quitting method is simply sending an email or a "Dear John" letter saying that you are no longer interested in working for them anymore. This may seem strange, but it is actually a very effective and powerful method for getting out of a job that you do not enjoy. By saying that you no longer want to work for someone else, you are freeing yourself from the inescapable confines of your job.

It can also be seen as respectfully letting go of a relationship or a friendship, rather than being rude about it. However, if one does not follow through with their job quitting advice, then they will have to be rude or leave the job on bad terms. Therefore, this method should only be used when all other options have been exhausted before doing so.

There are times when leaving a job is necessary -- such as in performing an ethical breach or when your boss wants to do unethical things -- and there are times when leaving a job is not necessary. If you are just having a bad day at work, then it is usually best to try to get through it and look for another way out of your job. If this does not work, then talk with your loved ones about the situation and seek their advice. There may be other ways that you can make your working life better or find other opportunities that will help you achieve what you want professionally while still allowing you the freedom to do what you enjoy outside of work.

Sara J. Corcoran is one of the most prolific and prominent authors on the subject of workplace practices and stress management. She is known for her "tell it like it is" opinions, compassion, and understanding in regards to workplace stress as well as workplace ethics. Sara also has a diverse background that includes many years of experience as an executive, a mother, and former workplace attorney who worked for one of the top labor law firms in Chicago.

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About the Editor: Sara J Corcoran is a writer and editor, who has been helping people create a better work-life balance for years with her award-winning blog, My Work Happy Life (www.myworkhappylife.com). She is also the author of the new book: I'm Not Leaving This Job! (Workforce Publishing, 2013). Her articles and books can be found on her website at www.myworkhappylife.com.

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Question: How do I get my boss to understand what I'm trying to say and not cut me off or interrupt me?  I've been doing this for years but nothing's seems to be getting through, it's like everyone's deaf in this place.  Can you help me? -   Excuse Me, Please

Here are some thoughts from the floor that might help you: 1.  Pay attention to what your boss is saying. Just look at the inflection in his voice and try to mirror it back to him.  It doesn't have to be perfect because you don't want to look like you're trying too hard, just try for a natural imitation of the tone of his speech. 2.  Know what you're saying. Write down on paper ahead of time what you want to say, but don't read it out loud while talking with your boss unless he has told you that he wants you to read it out loud.  Also don't assume the boss will be able to read your handwriting. 3.  Listen to your boss and take notes if you feel the need to.  Make it a habit of taking notes if you start getting nervous - it's easier to say "I want to tell you a little bit about what I'm thinking..." when you're able to write down your idea as opposed to having an awkward conversation while everyone else is clocking out. 4.  Know that things sometimes get delayed, miscommunicated, etc., so don't get frustrated if something doesn't happen right away and put pressure on yourself when it doesn't happen right away! 5.

Conclusion:  It's important to keep your cool and remember that you have control over your own emotions.  It is also important to avoid putting yourself in stressful situations when it's not necessary.  If you need to make sure a project is completed by a certain deadline, ask for help (and get it if you don't receive it), but don't get frustrated by the boss when he or she doesn't respond as quickly as you'd like. 6.  Finally, remember that the people doing the complaining are probably the ones who create the stress of having to communicate with their boss! 7.