Tips for achieving job satisfaction

· Become more self aware. Learn about your abilities, preferences and interests and be prepared to articulate where you can best contribute.
· Make a list of what is contributing to your satisfaction or dissatisfaction. Take the time to get at the root of what isn’t working.
· Learn how to talk with your manager about what types of projects you enjoy.
· Also, share your thoughts about what you don’t enjoy and why.
· By understanding what you want, and taking the opportunity to influence your manager, you are more likely to gain access to projects that are attractive to you.
· Find a mentor in the organization to help you find opportunities to contribute that closely fit your work profile.