As I understand it, Conan O’Brien is being asked to move his show back half an hour. In return he gets to continue receiving an annual salary of $15 million, if published reports are accurate. Now I suspect most accounts payable professionals reaction is the same as mine: “So, what’s the problem?”

While I understand that this might be a blow to his ego, he’s still bringing home $15 million. In this current economy, I suspect many professionals are being asked to do things they were not asked to do in easier times. They face a similar, albeit one with fewer dollars on the table, issue. Is what their bosses asking so unreasonable, it warrants quitting? Or, is this the time to be quiet, take on the task and who knows - maybe build your resume?

I suspect that those who have jobs will be given career building opportunities that they would not have been given just a few years ago. If you can recognize those situations and take advantage of them, you may be able to turn what looked like a lemon into some mighty tasty lemonade.