There's a big difference between truly
listening to someone and simply
waiting to talk,Most people tend to do the latter when they're pretending to do the former, but if you make the effort to hear, process and respond thoughtfully, your colleagues will take notice.
Brownlee's advice: "Listen to others as if
you'd be quizzed on what they were
saying. Listening keenly not only allows
you to extract better information, it
makes the other person feel heard,
which is huge in terms of building
relationships. That type of skill, if
nurtured and developed early, can be
invaluable.
2. Solve problems
No matter what field you're in, knowing
how to solve problems is useful. It
shows your capabilities and willingness
to play on a team. Showing those traits
early can be beneficial. When it comes
to hiring,looks for in candidates is
their ability to solve problems.
Wiss' advice: "To be successful in any
type of career, it is crucial that you
learn to demonstrate the ability to think
divergently and bring unique solutions
to challenges, even as early as the
interview process."
3. Double-check and confirm
One of the biggest causes of workplace
conflict is unclear expectations, both on
the part of managers and employees. If
one person gives directions in a vague
or confusing way, or the other person
assumes his or her own interpretation is correct, neither party gets the results
and validation it wants. "Accountability and communication are key when it comes to improving your career. In any role,you should confirm the goal and
requirements, manage expectations and
keep people informed. This will help you get the result you're looking to achieve.
By proactively keeping people up to
speed, they'll be aware of what you're
working on and see that you are
invested in achieving the goal."
4. Say "thank you"
Gratitude is a very simple but often
overlooked tool for building strong
relationships, especially in the
workplace. Everyone wants to feel
appreciated, and making a regular habit
of thanking others for their efforts can
go a long way, "Work is a team sport
and there are no solo victories. While
most of us expect recognition and
gratitude from our boss, give as much
recognition to others as you'd like to
receive. Be the person who recognizes
the wins and actions of others."
5. Seek out quiet
Even when they're not physically in the
office, today's workers are answering
emails, taking work calls and
completing tasks at all hours of the day
and night. The constant influx of
notifications and communication can
make your mental space awfully noisy,
which can hurt your focus at work.
Remove distractions and mind your business Implement a daily period
of quiet, of meditation or reflection [to
manage] anxiety and stress. Carve out a
brief period when you can get rid of the
static and clear out the mental clutter so
that you can focus and get back in the
game. [Spend] 10 minutes in a quiet
place with no distractions. You'll feel
refreshed and ready to put forth your
best work and effort."
6. Manage your time well
Failing to set and meet deadlines at
work not only reflects poorly on you as
an employee, but makes everyone on
your team look bad as well,The inability to complete a project in time because a meeting ran over, or because you were side-tracked with a task that could have been delegated out, will have a
negative impact on your professional
growth within a company"Never touch
anything twice. If a project catches your
attention, handle it; don't save it for
later. [Also] at the end of the day, plan
for tomorrow. Planning … will prevent
you from coming in the next day
scrambling to figure out priorities, which is a waste of time. "
7. Embrace positivity
Who would you rather have on your
team when a project is going poorly:
Someone who tries to stay positive and
get back on track, or who constantly laments the situation and blames others?
Robinson said that negativity is one of
the worst habits that hold people back,
in life and in their careers. Actively
working against your inclination to
complain when things get tough can
really improve your team morale — and your standing within the organization, Bengist Advice "Nobody cares how busy you are, because everyone is busy.
This shows a lack of awareness of other
people, and ultimately doesn't look good
[on you.] Having a positive attitude and
not complaining shows that you're level-headed and do well under pressure."
8. Set goals and monitor your
progress Goals are a prerequisite to success,Workboard's Paknad said. They're how you define what you're striving for, what success looks like and how your impact is measured. Before you begin your workday, take a moment to write down and review your short- and long-term goals, and any progress you've made on them.Benson advice: "Make it a habit to set
and check your goals every day. When
you can describe what you achieved,
why it mattered and how much it's
worth in real time, your career and
résumé will grow by leaps and bounds."
9. Be honest with yourself
Having self-awareness about your
strengths and weaknesses can help you
to do your very best in your current and
future roles. This is especially true of
your weaknesses.we noted that taking
full inventory of what she's not good at
has been much more important than
listing what she is good at, because
understanding your own skill gaps
means you can seek out the right people
to complement them.
Macbenson advice: "The best thing you can do for your career is to understand your strengths and weaknesses and admit they're real. For example, if you're creative, but disorganized, you will need to find a way to compensate for the fact that organization does not come naturally to you. That may involve a number of different solutions, but the key is that you should never try to be something you're not. No one can fake it forever."
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