4 Ways Agricultural / Farming Jobs Are Good For Your Mental Health
Each year, there are more and more people who find their mental health in serious decline because of their job. This can be the result of a number of factors - perhaps they're feeling demotivated by those around them, or they've been stuck in the same place for years without moving up. It shouldn't be this way, people should feel happy and excited to go to work each day, the best way to change your own situation is to consider moving to a different career.
If you're thinking about changing jobs this year, in this blog post you'll find four reasons why an agricultural job might be the best way to go.
1. Knowing that you're making a difference
Working in any part of the agricultural/rural/farming industry is an incredibly stimulating experience, as you will be able to go to work each day knowing that the hours you put in are actually making a difference to the lives of farmers, and those of everyday people as you strive to ensure the best quality products are being put out there into the world. Understanding the importance of your own role will endlessly improve your own mental health, and ensure you are able to remain motivated each and every day.
2. Working with passionate people
There's nothing worse than being stuck in a job where everyone around you is demotivated by the work they're doing. This kind of attitude is likely to rub off on you, no matter how much you love your job. The best way to rectify this is to choose a career where everyone around you is excited by the work they're doing, as is always the case in agriculture.
3. The opportunity to exceed your own expectations
There are plenty of opportunities for career progression within the agriculture industry, so you won't find yourself stuck in one place or in one position for too long. This will help you to avoid the feelings of depression that can sometimes come with being in a dead-end job.
4. Feel more connected to the world at large
Whatever area of agriculture you're working in, whether it's sales, management, marketing, operations or the technical and engineering sectors, you can go to sleep each night after a good day's work knowing that the work you do is having a real-world effect on the agricultural industry, and by extension the food we eat each and every day. In some positions, there are also opportunities to visit the farms themselves and gain a greater understanding of how every part of the process is interlinked.
If you're unhappy at work and are thinking about taking the plunge into an agricultural job, then there has never been a better time. The benefits of the body and mind are guaranteed to far outweigh any worries you might have about making the change.
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists are the UK and worldwide market leader in agricultural, farming, horticultural and food recruitment. If you are looking for a new role, please send us your CV in complete confidence to info@agriRS.co.uk and one of our consultants will call you to discuss options. Alternatively, if you are a client looking to grow your team, then please contact our highly successful team on 01905 345 155.
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