You haven't written it quite properly; I suppose you mean these: I'm wondering what direction to take to work -- This would mean that he is unsure of the geographical location of his workplace or of the most efficient way to reach it. I'm wondering what direction to take in/with my work -- This means that he is unsure of how his tasks should progress.
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