How Earning a Living Might Be Killing Your Creativity

Copyright: feedough / 123RF Stock Photo "Never confuse the size of your paycheck with the size of your talent." -- Marlon Brando Fresh out of college, with a sizeable debt to start paying back, you apply for a job at Company X, a real player in the field, maybe even a Fortune 500 company. You start by matching up your qualifications with the position's explicit laundry list of demands. You smile politely during the interview, discover that you and The Interviewer both play basketball, or golf, or saxophone.. and you do a good job of making him laugh. You deliver a firm handshake and deliberate eye contact to prove that you are a winner. You've completed the mission -- and you know that he knows you are ready and willing to make Job X your new reason for living. You get the job, great! Ahhh, validation. You're winning at the Game of Life. You feel justified for every aspect of preparation that has led up to this moment. That expensive education, the "Top Ten Tips for Nailing an Interview " blog you memorized the night before, the tailored interview suit... all worthwhile investments. Your parents, significant other, and friends are impressed. Great job on getting the job. You're branded with an official title, a 401(k) and some enviable benefits. The first week is stressful but exciting as you immerse yourself in The Company Culture. Maybe you get a badge, an office, and a keycard that opens that office. Maybe there's a little mailbox with your name on it where all ...
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