Overcoming Complacency At Work And Growing Constantly

Complacency is a feeling of not wanting to try to work harder to make things better. When at times we become complacent about our professional work, not performing to our potential and not inspired to improve, it is harmful for both our professional and personal efficiency and growth. When we are enthusiastic about our work, there is a sense of achievement in life. The moment we tend to become complacent, we lose focus and our energy and our career starts stagnating. We do not get the results we desire or expect in our professional work. 

1. Complacency can occur as time passes and as we get more experienced in our professional work. With time, people start taking their work for granted and for some there is a feeling of saturation with no aim, and they are working just like a machine. Have you felt complacent due to boredom, monotonous nature of professional tasks or a lack of motivation? Once you know the reason you can overcome it.
2. If you are facing any issue at your workplace, take it up with the concerned individual in your office and find the reasons why the issue has occurred or is occurring. Resolve it immediately. Otherwise, your frustration or unhappiness because of the issue can create disinterest in work and lead to complacency.
3. Nurture your career with love and determination just as you do for other aspects of your life. Set clear career goals and track your progress nicely. Everyday check how you feel about your work – your thoughts, words and behaviours about your professional tasks, colleagues and organization. Change them if they are negative or wrong and make the change permanent for the future.
4. Using spiritual tools like wisdom and meditation, remain motivated to play your professional roles and responsibilities well. Spirituality will help you strengthen your qualities of sincerity, discipline, willpower and gratitude for having a job. You will also become more keen about utilizing your skills and talents wisely and will be able to overcome complacency at work completely.