Are you inspired at work? Is your job bringing joy to your workday? If the answer is no keep reading.
Do you want to set yourself up for success? Most people would choose happiness and success. Success is unique and based on your specific desires and goals; it also changes over time. Your professional goals and metrics for success at the beginning of your career path will probably look different than when you’re older and further along in your journey.
Many people are shocked at how much time has gone by in their career journey. Think of 2020 as a new year and a new decade for new opportunities. This is an exciting time for change. Set yourself up for success by following these five tips.
1. Review your goals: short and long-term
2. List top 5 lessons learned
3. Nurture relationships
4. Request a planning meeting with your boss
5. Invest in yourself
Review your goals: short and long-term
The most successful people are skilled at goal setting. It’s important to reflect on how you are doing, progressing and tracking your results. The big question is, are you moving forward towards your goals? It is important to plan your growth actions week-to-week; doing the things, you need to do to meet new business connections and work on meaningful projects. Now is the time to asses where you are now and where you see yourself in one to five years. Make adjustments, as needed ensure that you meet your goals. Writing down goals is imperative, and then review them weekly. This will help you to stay focused and working toward the important items other than the day-to-day grind.
Nurture relationships
How good are you at networking? Your career path success depends on your ability to network and nurture relationships. 2020 is a great time to reach out and check-in with people you need to meet. It can be time-consuming, awkward and downright intimidating, but very important to your career path. Consider this your wake-up call. Look for a reason to check-in with people. Networking is connecting and nurturing relationships that help you stay grounded, inspired, motivated and sharp. Nurturing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with the people you meet will be very valuable to your long-term career paths.
Do a planning meeting with a boss or influencer
Whether you’ve been working for years or are just starting out, you know that having good one-on-one meetings with your boss or a mentor is crucial for your success. These meetings can leave both you and your boss/mentor feeling productive, energized, and prepared for the week and work ahead.
It is your responsibility to take the initiative and ask for a meeting. Plan your meeting agenda and don’t be shy to talk about important issues. Think/talk about: Does your job title adequately capture your work and experience? How to better reach your career objectives? Are there other opportunities to explore that will move you forward?
Invest in yourself
Many people talk about investing money. But, investing in you will last a lifetime. Investing in yourself is one of the best return on investments you can make. Are you investing in learning a new skill, developing yourself personally or professionally, tapping into your creativity or hiring a coach, you need to give yourself the best opportunity possible. Consistently growing and improving will have you soaring ahead of the competition.
Reflect on lessons learned
Pour yourself a glass of wine while the sunshine is still out and think about your accomplishments. Think about your lessons learned and review achievements from the last year. Dedicate a hour to do a dive deep into your internal wisdom and celebrate your progresses, but sometimes life moves so fast that you must stop, take time to focus on your career path. Think about ways you can apply your lessons with intention as you move into the New Year. Plan a new strategy for 2020, perhaps a midweek workout during a stressful week is helpful.
Your journey to success is for sure connected to planning and network relationships. It’s important to understand the value of having new objectives to meet along the way. If you’re in the early stages of your career path, consider following these helpful guidelines to help you either define what a successful future looks like for you or to help you achieve the goals you have set for yourself and find success.