I was explaining to someone last week about how I came to take my current job living abroad. I mentioned that my father was quite intentional about teaching my siblings and I about finding work that was satisfying and not just a paycheck. This very practical lesson came from my dad’s decades of experience working at a factory that made parts for General Motors vehicles. When I got to that part of the story, my friend Raymond said, “Wow, that must be really exciting–working in a car factory.”

I think this is the first time since I was a small child that the idea of making cars seemed exciting again. Not that each part of the process is fun. It’s not. My dad worked in a department that manufactured springs for awhile. I can’t even tell you where in your car you’d find any springs, but my dad took care of their production for at least part of his time there.

The conversation got me thinking about job satisfaction and attitude, though. What is your job? What is the bigger plan that you’re a part of? Is it possible that it’s more exciting than you think? To me, process and big picture are satisfying concepts.

Most of us probably aren’t in our dream jobs. We might not be doing that one thing we feel like we’re made for. But how are you passing the meantime? Are you longing for what’s next or making the most of the present?

Here’s my advice. Don’t ignore today because you’re waiting for something better. After all, maybe you’re really in an exciting job and someone just needed to remind you.