Back in the day I was a workplace minion.​

[Da****]

There to do the menial, mind-numbing tasks the boss doesn't want to do.

By the end of the day I'm too drained and tired to go out for sports, to attend that party or spend quality time with my partner.

The feeling of being undervalued and trapped leads me to depression. Until I can barely get myself out of bed most days.

This job has taken my energy, attention - and most most of all - time. That I will never get back.

As a young-looking woman with immigrant parents without money or connections being "seen" and valued by employers feels like beating a dead horse.

I regret those years because had I gotten myself out sooner I would be way further ahead now.

Luckily I'm in a way better place now.

I've gone from trapped and unfulfilled to working in over 9 countries with the UN, getting promoted to manager, owning a business and becoming an investor.
I'm finally living life on my terms. Spending time with family and friends while getting paid what I'm worth.

The lessons I've learned:

1- Aim higher:

Don't just try to "get a new job”.
Aim to be fulfilled. Aim to be paid outrageously well.
Don't put limits on what you can achieve.

2- Pay attention to how you brand yourself.

The opportunities you get will match your reputation. If you're being treated like a minion it's because that's your perceived value.
No one is going to fix your reputation for you. You need to take charge of your branding.

3-Have a mission-driven career.

The foundation of your "why" should be strong. People who work on a mission vs working for a company are the ones winning in today’s world.

I hope this post inspired you to chase the career and life you deserve.

Make this the year you reach your full potential and start living the life you deserve!

[Li****]

Thank you for sharing your very inspiring story ✨ I think we can all need that reminder sometimes to value ourselves higher and to dare to dream big 🧡

[Yo****]

I really identify with feeling undervalued leading to depression and anxiety about going back into those same work spaces. 
Thanks for your positivity and standing strong in finding and knowing your own value!