A couple of years ago, I found myself landing a job within the housing industry. Although I was not completely satisfied with the work itself, there was one factor that motivated me to stay- that being the benefit of having my rent discounted as I was a resident and an employee of that apartment complex. Not only that, but the pay was great! Although I was not necessarily satisfied with certain aspects of this job, I gave 110% of my efforts every time I went in for my shift. Making phone calls, tending to residents, persuading individuals to sign a lease, the list goes on and on. Not only was it great experience, but it gave great strength to my resume and my set of skills.
Although it sounds as though I completely loved the job, as I said before, I found myself growing to dislike certain parts of my job as time went on. I no longer work here, but looking back, I really only had one motivator that benefitted my work ethic. This apartment complex was not necessarily affordable with my financial means, but I knew that if I kept my job, my rent would be lowered and reasonable. It was not a matter of staying within this job because I felt a sense of loyalty to the company, but instead a sense of loyalty to my parents, as they provide financial help. I felt as though keeping my job would decrease the amount of expenses for my parents and I during my time in college. After my lease had ended, that was when I chose to end my employment and search for another job and a new place to call home for the upcoming academic year.