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I want to have stable lifestyle so i can provide for myself and if i have to my family also.

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Earlier this week I wrote a post called Losing A Job That Really Matters. It was inspired by the many people I've met who have been through a lay-off or firing. Some reacted with anger or sadness. Others with relief or understanding.

But the main point of the post was to recognize that some jobs matter to us more than others. And the reality is that even if your job matters, it doesn't have to be the sole thing that drives you in life.

If your job is the main source of pride in your life, the bulk of your socializing, the only potential means of making money and the only place where you focus your creativity, then you are at risk. At risk of being hit especially hard if you were to lose that job.

So my goal today, whether you are working or looking, is to get you thinking about building a more stable career and life platform. One that is balanced enough to allow some change without completely upending your life.

Many talk about the desire for a "stable job" when looking for work. Think bigger and you can build a stable career and life.

And here are the five ways to build a stable career and life:

1. Create An Opportunity For Multiple Incomes

If you have more than one way of making money in your life, it adds stability. No question. And the goal here isn't to have a second full time job. It could be one or two things on the side that contribute something to your vacation fund. Or it could be the seeds for a different career altogether. One that is not reliant upon someone else.

This will take time to develop and will certainly not generate a big income right away, but you are looking to give yourself a few other options. And there is a psychological value here as well. Instead of feeling totally ruined after a lay-off, you have only lost one piece of your puzzle. And you can conduct your job search with perhaps a little more confidence knowing that your platform is still floating. Further, by trying some new career paths in a small way, you get a sense of what it feels like to do that job, to see whether people will pay you for it and find out if it is really a path to wealth (not a hole in which to bury savings).

You can create a product of your own (a book, jewelry, a blog, a better mouse trap) or a service (business consulting, interior design, social media). It will take time, yes. But as I said in the prior post, we all have a few hours a day to develop something else in life. Even if it doesn't feel like it.

2. Bring A Known Hobby To Life

Related to point #1 but here for a different reason. The goal here is not to make money. It is to focus your creativity to another significant place in your life. To create another source of pride and confidence.

Yours could be music, digital photography, gardening, scrap booking, writing, cooking and the like. So that if your day job is threatened, your first reaction won't be "I'm sunk" but rather "Looks like I'll have some more time to (your hobby) over the next few months!". Well developed hobbies help to provide added dimension to our lives by associating our feeling of self worth with something we love and can do whether the day job is there or not.

3. Find A Place To Give Back

Identifying a unique need in your community and filling it with your abilities, can be very rewarding. I wrote about this months ago as a great way to fill time, feel productive and keep your skills fresh. On Volunteering During Job Search. But this is about creating more of a lifelong commitment to an organization that matters to you. A church, a soup kitchen, a community center, a school, a charity or special event in your town. This one, in fact, is one of the key ways you can shift your focus away from a career-centered life to one also centered on the needs of your community. Bob Buford writes about this in his book Halftime - Changing Your Game Plan From Success To Significance. Shifting your focus in life toward having an impact on the world. Not just your or your company's bottom line.

4. More Time With Family And Friends

Some of us work too much. And many of us think too much about work even when we are not there. So you become it. And when a lay off comes, the effect is global because that role you lost had permeated your life. Like a sponge on a plate of water, that darn job sucked up every ounce of time and focus. And your social life suffered. It is what you talked about at parties, at little league games and at the gym. And some of your friends and family are tired of hearing about your job.

But I'll bet you are a lot more interesting than the experiences provided by your day job. And I'll bet your friends and family would love to hear about other parts of your life. Your re-focus will insulate you in a job loss situation since you will have a social life at home and in your community that rivals or outpaces your social life at work.

It is great to have friends at work. But those friendships are not always as strong as you think. If you've ever been laid off, you'll know that work friendships are largely reliant upon your working at that company. Because they are built on shared work experiences. Of course, the real friends there you'll keep. But most will re-focus their attention to other co-workers. Instead of you.

5. Create A Financial Safety Net

This is the advice that is hard to hear. And it is even harder to do. Many of us struggle to fund a 401k much less build a savings account. But the truth is that if you have money in the bank or access to money via a low interest credit line. You can relax just a bit knowing that a job loss is not catastrophic. That you have some time to figure this whole thing out. Money acts to stabilize a key life concern. And helps to build a solid platform. It also enables some of the other ideas above. In case a small investment will let you kick off a hobby, give back to the community or start a side business while you are working a day job.

So I hope that at least one of these five ways will help to create stable career and life. For more ideas on this concept and a deeper discussion on becoming someone of significance, you can read about 10 Ways To Become A Person Of Influence. It includes a lot of great examples of people who have done it successfully.

How have you found ways to balance your personal and work life? Do you have a stable career and life platform? If not, which of these ideas above will you pursue?

I'd love to hear from you . . . comment below or send me a note.
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Stable Career: Ways To Build A Stable Career and Life Platform

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Earlier this week I wrote a post called Losing A Job That Really Matters. It was inspired by the many people I've met who have been through a lay-off or firing. Some reacted with anger or sadness. Others with relief or understanding.

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I want to get a job to help pay for things around the house and be able to save up for college

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After completing your homework each day, do you find yourself wasting the rest of your evening watching TV or texting with your friends? If you find yourself with copious free time after completing studies and other after- school activities, you may want to consider obtaining a part-time job. Check out these benefits of working a part-time job in high school.

You will learn how to handle responsibility. Being a good student takes a lot of responsibility but if you learn how to balance school studies/activities and a part-time job, you will learn the true meaning of responsibility. As you grow older, your amount of responsibilities will only increase so learning how to multitask at an early age will better prepare you for the future.

You will show college admissions officers that you are motivated to succeed. Most college admissions officers like seeing work experience on a student's high school resume. To them, working a part-time job shows maturity and conscientiousness, which are qualities that are very important in a successful college student. Furthermore, if your part-time job is related to your intended major, then college admissions officers will see that you are a student who takes initiative and is focused on pursuing a successful career.

You will discover how to manage your time more efficiently. With the decrease in free time that comes along with a part-time job, you will inevitably improve your time management skills. You will learn how to use your time more effectively, such as completing reading assignments during your bus ride home. You will also learn the importance of becoming more organized and using a daily planner or an app on your smartphone to schedule your study time, extracurricular activities, work hours, etc.

You can explore career options before choosing a college major. By working different part-time jobs during your years in high school, you will more fully discern the type of career path you want to follow. If you find that you love working in a clothing store, maybe you would want to pursue a career in fashion. If you discover that you don't enjoy working part time at your dad's office, perhaps you should consider a career path that focuses on outdoor activities. By working various part-time jobs, you will learn what you are looking for and what you aren't looking for in a career.

You will learn the importance of money management. When you start earning your own money, you will gain a better understanding of how to handle it. Working hard for your money will help you appreciate important personal finance lessons such as the benefits of budgeting and the importance of saving and being frugal.

While there are many benefits of having a part-time job in high school, not all students are capable of handling it during the school year. If your grades begin to suffer or you aren't getting enough sleep, you should cut back on your work hours (maximum of 10-15 hours per week) or only work during the summer.

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benefits of working a part-time job in high school

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After completing your homework each day, do you find yourself wasting the rest of your evening watching TV or texting with your friends? If you find yourself with copious free time after completing studies and other after- school activities, you may want to consider obtaining a part-time job.

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I want to get a car for transportation so i can be able to get to places faster.

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The perks of a small car?

Drivers in many countries lean towards the small vehicle while Americans cannot get enough of the "bigger the better" ideal. So this raises the question, why buy a small car? Here are 11 reasons for car buyers to look at smaller cars, from saving money to versatility.

1. Parking

Let's just state the obvious. You can fit into the smallest areas of street parking, which can be a novelty in most big cities or crowded towns. You can also fit into the newly popularized compact car spots found in many modern parking lots. With a smaller car, you can slide right into the smallest of spaces without a struggle. Also, many modern garages are only equipped to fit smaller cars. This leaves you more room for storage in your garage space.

2. Fashion

Smaller cars often come with a sleek look. Not only are they small and slick, they now come with some of the most stunning interior and exterior displays. Smaller models are often offered in more colors and design options when compared to SUVs, so you can have the most fashionable car on modern streets.

3. Safety

A common belief among American drivers is that smaller cars are not as safe as larger vehicles because they can get trampled in the event of collision. However, newer technologies such as electronic stability control and side-curtain air bags have allowed smaller cars to avoid collisions and become safer to drive.

4. Room

Although larger cars are often chosen due to their capability to fit more cargo and passengers, smaller cars are no longer skimping on room. Many cars on the market today have surprising amounts of cargo space.

5. Technology

Larger SUV-type cars used to be known for their top-of-the-line technologies and innovations. They would often be accompanied by great display systems and extra features that smaller cars were not offered. However, this is no longer the case. Smaller cars are now equipped with the tech features that you would find in almost any other sized car. You can now be afforded the luxury of a large display system within your compact car, for example.

6. Gas mileage

A more obvious bonus to driving a smaller vehicle is that you will probably be saving gas. By shopping for a smaller car you have more options for fuel efficiency and a more green approach to driving. You could be saving money and also contributing to saving the planet by choosing a smaller car.

7. Insurance

Here's another reason based on cost. Insurance for smaller cars is typically more affordable. You can often find better plans and prices for a compact vehicle compared to large vehicles.

8. Driving style

Drivers may find smaller cars more enjoyable to drive than larger ones. Although having a smaller engine, their small size allows these cars to accelerate quickly, perform sharp turns, and break efficiently, allowing drivers to feel more in control behind the wheel.

9. Luxury

Larger SUVs can often afford extra luxuries, but the new models of smaller cars seem to be challenging the luxury of larger SUVs. Small cars are now fronted with extreme class and luxury, top-of-the-line tech, sleek design, and more. Stepping out of a two-door car has never been more luxurious than it is now.

10. Price tag

Obviously, when shopping for cars, smaller models will have a smaller price tag than the larger vehicles. They are generally more affordable from the start of your purchase until the end.

11. Upkeep

Maintenance and upkeep may be more manageable in smaller cars as they often cost less to maintain throughout their lifetimes. This factor can save you time, money and from dealing with unneeded stress.

A smaller car doesn't necessarily mean you are losing out on what a larger car can give you. Many modern car drivers are converting to smaller vehicles for a multitude of reasons, like those listed above. Take these into consideration when you're in the market for a new or used car and deciding between a larger car and a more compact option. You may be gaining a lot by choosing a smaller option.

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The perks of a small car? Drivers in many countries lean towards the small vehicle while Americans cannot get enough of the "bigger the better" ideal. So this raises the question, why buy a small car? Here are 11 reasons for car buyers to look at smaller cars, from saving money to versatility.

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Live in the moment. It sounds simple enough but we as human beings have an incredibly difficult time enjoying the moment. Why is that? I believe we tend to spend so much time replaying past moments or planning too much for the future, that we miss out on the great moments that are unveiling right before use. So often we fail to stop and smell the roses. We don't take the time to enjoy the present moment. This is sad because we have no idea how many more moments we will be fortunate to experience.

I am not proposing that we should spend less time planning. That would be misguided advice. Goal setting is important for us if we desire a contentment in our personal and professional lives. Setting achievable goals and taking the steps to accomplish them is a powerful way to cultivate personal responsibility. Implementing this kind of goal-setting provides meaning in our lives because we exude dedication, a strong work ethic, and often perseverance in attainment of these goals.

I believe our society has become a society so enamored with planning. There is often way too much talk of building for the future but what about building for the now? We all desire genuine happiness, and in order to manifest this joy we have to live presently. Too much focus on the future often leads to stress and negative thinking.

Why should you be focused on living in the moment, rather than planning too much for the future?

1. The present moment is the only moment you have control over right now

No matter how much you plan you never know for sure how life is going to play out. The only time you will know is when you are in that moment. The moment you experience right now is the only moment you can control. You can choose to enjoy the moment or you can choose to loathe the moment. You can also choose to ignore the moment completely and waste it away, but either way, the present moment is yours to control. Planning isn't going to take you out of the present. It might help you accomplish your goals but it is not going to improve your quality of life for the present moment. Planning isn't going to guarantee you a desired outcome for the future so why not accept what you can control now?

2. Each moment is a gift

There is no guarantee on the number of moments you will get to experience. This is extremely important to realize. No one knows when the next moment of their life is going to be taken away from them. Your next moment is not guaranteed, so why not take advantage of the one you are in? You can't live with this unique perspective if you are constantly planning for the next stage of your life. You can only experience this zest for life if you are living in the present moment. It may even sound corny and unrealistic, but it makes perfect sense. Don't take moments for granted. Plan when it is necessary but not at the expense of you enjoying the present moment. As the old cliche states that life is short, so you enjoy it while you can.

3. Being present is a great stress reducer

Thinking too much about the future, and the past, are often causes of stress. Even though some stress can be beneficial, the stress caused from not living in the moment can be detrimental to one's mental, physical, and emotional health. Overplanning can lead to unneccessary stress when the planning prevents you from living in the moment. Invigorate your life with present living strategies that will enable you to stay more focused on each moment.

You probably don't have the luxury of meditating five hours a day and not setting some type of plan for your future, but implementing small changes into your life should help reduce stress. Observe when your mind begins to focus on the future instead of the present moment you are experiencing. Ask yourself if this thought process is necessary. Simple awareness and recognition of your thoughts will assist you in being more present.

4. Plans often don't manifest themselves the way you want or expect

This is a reality whether you want to believe it or not. How many times have you tried planning something but it just didn't work out the way you want? How did you react? Did you get upset or did you handle the situation with acceptance and understanding? Plans fail. As a member of a flawed species, you fail often. It is a part of life. Attempting to plan for every step of your life is not only impossible but it is probably not healthy for you. The more you plan, the more likely you are to become irritated or upset when those plans don't come into fruition.

I am not suggesting you shouldn't plan with the attitude that the plan will fail, but I am proposing that you let life play its course and just be. Go ahead and make plans if that is helpful for you but don't lose sight of the present moment. If your plans don't work out the way you want, then at least try to accept it.

5. Living in the present will make you happier

I don't like to throw the phrase "make you happier" around too often because nothing makes you happy but yourself. In saying that, living in the present is one of the sure fire methods you can adopt in order to manifest genuine happiness in your life. Without delving into the all the data and research that is available, it is being discovered that present living is one of the most influential keys to well-being. Too much long-term planning is going to prevent you from enjoying the beauty of now. Don't impede yourself from experiencing contentment. Practice living presently, and observe how it makes you feel. Plan when you need to but don't lose sight of what is currently happening.

Find a balance between living in the moment and planning. You are only going to be able to control the moment you have right now. The moment you have right now is a gift. Enjoy less stress by relishing the moment. Understand that plans don't always turn out as expected. Accept the present for what it is and be happy. Plan as you feel it necessary. Save money for a family and house. Invest in yourself. Set goals for yourself and realize them. That is what you are supposed to do. In this pursuit of planning don't forget about where you are in the present.

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