You Are Always Your Own Boss (5 Ways I Learned to Stop Complaining & Love My Job)
Going to work sucks!
But does it have to? What if, imagine this, you actually enjoyed going to work every morning? What if you looked at your to-do list and instead of feeling drained, you felt energized? No, I haven’t been drinking (much), this is actually possible. And it’s easier than you think.
The presentation below is a summary of the philosophies and practices that have helped me grow professionally over the years and, more importantly, made me happier at work. The five topics in this presentation can be summarized in a simple mantra. It’s about doing it for yourself and not for others. It’s about not following directions but instead taking the initiative to be your own boss.
How exactly? Read on!
I’m currently available for speaking engagements on this and similar topics. I’ll be giving this presentation at two universities this month, McNally College of Music (thanks to my pal Kareem) and University of St. Thomas. Email me for my speaking availability.
James McCrae is a creative strategist, culture addict and writer broadcasting from Minneapolis. 
