01/03/2021
Be nice to everyone when you go on a job interview, this includes the driver, receptionist etc. Everyone counts.
Whatever career you're in, assume it's going to be a massive failure. That way, you're not making decisions based on success, money and career; but based on doing.
It's important to get out from behind your screen at lunchtime because lunch is a prime networking opportunity. Be strategic about this.
While it's important to be recognised.
For what you do and the value you add, grabbing the glory is going to turn off your co-workers- John Chen .
Ask yourself how you can improve and what you're afraid to ; that's usually the thing you should try - Sheryl Sandberg.
It is important for young job seekers to live in the present rather than worry so much about where they're headed.
The key is working hard & learning a lot.
"I THINK EVERYONE SHOULD EXPERIENCE DEFEAT AT LEAST ONCE DURING THEIR CAREER. YOU LEARN A LOT FROM IT" - Lou Holtz.
Before you submit any work , you should ask yourself if you'd be ok with it being the only thing someone used to form an opinion of you. Excellence should be yours.
Your performance will improve if you can commit to not only working hard but also unplugging, recharging and renewing yourself. Don't burn out!
"IT'S NOT WHAT YOU ACHIEVE, IT'S WHAT YOU OVERCOME . THAT'S WHAT DEFINES YOUR CAREER"
- Carloton Fisk.
Having a strong network adds to your value as an employee; the more people i can reach out to for help, the more valuable you are.
Before accepting that job offer, take time to consider what this job means to you. Be sure it's something you really want to do.
Set strategic goals; invest some time brainstorming about your career.
Make plans that will take you to the next phase of your career.
If you are unsure what you want to do next, take the time you need for research, informational interviewing,
job shadowing and exploration.
