Hate Your Job? Here’s Some Hacks To Make It Better

Author Sammi Reeves

June 25th 5:18 PM

You totally hate your job? Yep, we've all been there at some point or another. Not to fear! Here are some hacks to hate your job a little less.

Growing up, we all have our “dream jobs.” We can’t wait to enter the work force and become real life adult humans. Then… You actually become an adult, and instead of that dream job you always wanted, you’re stuck in a gig that is totally miserable and makes you hate your job. Bleh. Fortunately, if you hate your job, there are several tips and tricks you can use to make your days on the clock a little less miserable…

Hate Your Job A Little Less By Maintaining Boundaries

You go to work, and you’re working. You come home in the evening, and you’re still working. If you currently hate your job because you just can’t seem to escape it, not to fear. You just need to learn how to set and maintain some healthy boundaries.

I know this is way easier said than done, but it is totally possible with any gig, even the most time-consuming and urgent of them all. Try setting hours that you are available via phone and email each day. Make yourself available during those hours and those hours only, and watch your life transform. Trust me… Most of the time, whatever it is that needs to be communicated so badly can wait.

Find The Little Joys In Working Towards The Bigger Picture

For many, life is all about feeling like we have purpose. And in every job, purpose can be found. Some jobs, you just have to look a little deeper. There is a “bigger picture” that you’re working towards, and finding the little things that bring you happiness buried within your journey towards that “bigger picture” will be a major key to not hate your job.

Maybe you have an awesome co-worker that brings a little sunshine to your day. Or maybe you just love the free coffee your gig provides. Whatever they are, use those things as crutches to get you to the finish line each day. After all, it could always be worse, right?

Constantly Celebrate… Even The Smallest Of Wins

Life is but a party, and we need to keep that party going even though you hate your job. And don’t worry… it’s not that hard!

You finished a task that you’ve been working on for weeks (or maybe even just a couple days)? You totally nailed an important presentation? You survived a super long and totally mind-numbing meeting with your boss? It’s time to celebrate! It’s a horrible feeling to hate your job and the many tasks that it’s made up of, but celebrating a mini milestone is just one simple step to hate your job a little less.

Consider Looking For A New Gig

If you struggle to find joy in your everyday job, there’s always the opportunity to look for a new one that might bring you more fulfillment and happiness.

A great place to start is looking at jobs that are remote positions. This will allow you a lot more flexibility and freedom during your work day (and think about all the money you’ll save on gas). A ton of people love their remote jobs, and just maybe, you would too!

Sammi Reeves is the afternoon show host on 102.7 VGS. Before her radio career, she worked several jobs in the media industry, specifically involving social media and media buying. As a content creator for 102.7 VGS, Sammi writes Las Vegas content centered around local restaurants, events, and need-to-know news.

Jobs That Pay Over $100K Without a Degree

The traditional bachelor’s degree just isn’t for everyone. In fact, there are a big group of people who opt to skip the traditional college route and still make very good money. There are plenty of jobs out there that don’t requite a four-year bachelor’s degree but still make $100K or more per year. No, it’s not too good to be true. Let’s get into some of these high-paying jobs that pay over $100K without a degree.

Before we get into those high-paying jobs, let’s talk about how to land your dream job. Indeed.com has a great checklist of things to do when you’re on the job hunt. One major thing is to create a good resume. They suggest to tailor that resume to every job to which you’re applying, so that it fits the job perfectly. Make one “master” copy of your resume, and then use that as a template to create special resumes for each of the jobs for which you’re applying. So, how do you tailer for resume? “When deciding what to include in your resume, choose actionable items that would capture an employer’s interest,” they suggest. “Along with including qualitative results in your work experience section, you can also add in some quantifiable data.” They also say that numbers and statistics and numbers look good on a resume, so include those.

FlexJobs.com suggests to “research companies, rather than jobs.” They say to “pursue companies that mirror your values to narrow your search, and to, “seek out organizations with a strong culture fit and a mission that aligns with yours.” That’s a great tip so that you’re finding a company with the same values and ethics that you possess. Of course, it doesn’t hurt to look for actual jobs on search sites such as FlexJobs.com and Indeed.com, too. Keep an eye out for opening at your desired company that pop up.

Now, let’s get into some high-paying jobs that pay over $100K without a degree.

Technology Sales Manager
Careerkarma.com has Technology Sales Manager listed as the job without a college degree that makes the most money. Average salary is $161,920. Sound good, right? Minimum job requirements are, “Experience as a sales representative and a high-school diploma.”

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Computer and Information Systems Manager
Another high-paying job without a degree, according to Careerkarma.com, is a Computer and Information Systems Manager. They make an average of $159,010 a year. You need computer science knowledge and 5 to 10 years of management experience, they state.

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Fire chief
Here’s an interesting one. A fire chief is on Indeed’s list of high-paying jobs without a degree. They state, “Fire chiefs are responsible for overseeing and managing fire departments, which involves supervising personnel, developing budgets and planning emergency responses.” National average salary is $105,287 per year.

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Product Manager
Another job on Indeed list of high-paying jobs without a degree is Product Manager. So, what is that? “They may develop and implement the large and small business strategies that fuel the product development process and manage the launch of the product’s features,” they explain.

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Professional Sports Referee
This is a really interesting one: Professional Sports Referee. The top salary per year is $210,000. But, they can make as little as $21,000 per year, too, as that’s the average salary. So, you have to get a bigger gig to make more than 100K for this job. This is according to Resumeviking.com. They state, “No academic background is necessary, apart from obtaining a referee certification in the sport you want to referee. The stakes are high, but so is the return if you have the nerves for putting it all out there with no guarantees of ever gaining enough recognition to join in on this multi-billion-dollar industry!”

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Senior Real Estate Manager
The national salary for a Senior Real Estate Manager is $133,076 per year,” according to Indeed. They state, “Senior real estate managers oversee the daily operations of a property like an apartment complex or commercial building. They typically manage maintenance teams, ensure tenants pay rent on time and fill vacancies.” They suggest to “gain experience in entry-level positions and work your way up to this job.”

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Court Reporter/Typist
A Court Reporter makes an average salary of $103,270, according to Careerkarma.com. The job is to take notes on legal proceedings in court. “To land a court reporter job with no degree, you’ll need to take the exam for Registered Professional Reporter certification,” they note. “This requires good listening skills, the ability to type quickly, and some knowledge of common legal terms.”

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Executive Assistant
Executive Assistant is No. 1 on US News and World Report’s list of the highest-paying jobs without a degree. “Executive assistants support high-level executives in public offices and private companies,” they state. “They may manage the executive’s schedule, make travel arrangements, prioritize the executive’s emails, and sometimes act as a receptionist or gatekeeper, serving as the liaison between the executive and anyone who wishes to meet with them.”

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