When you are working on getting established in a career, there are many things that are unknown or, frankly, intimidating. I can still recall the feelings of uneasiness as I began my own career. Over the years, I have learned many lessons. Some of them would have been great to know when starting out. Here are five career lessons I would tell my younger self. …
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5 Things I Love About Being an Introvert
People often have the perspective that it is better to be an extrovert rather than an introvert. However, the reality is that both personality types have their own benefits. In a world that often doesn’t emphasize the benefits of introversion, here are five things I love about being an introvert. I Am Introspective and Self-Aware One talent that comes along with my introversion is the…
3 Ways to Get Noticed at Work
Have you noticed that those who tend to move ahead in their careers aren’t always the most qualified? As an introvert starting my career many years ago, this used to frustrate me a lot. Over time, I realized that keeping a low profile and expecting my work to speak for itself doesn’t always work. So how do you increase your visibility at work without bragging…
How to get noticed for a job promotion? Create a visibility niche
Have you ever asked yourself: What are you known for at work? Is it something worth celebrating? Businesses are often recommended to define their market niche. A niche is described as an area of specialization. It is a problem that you can solve when operating in your ‘zone of genius’. The same can apply to your career. In this blog post, learning how to create…