How to Take Your Career to the Next Level

Begin by clarifying the skills you need to develop

  • Ask yourself: “What is my next step on the career ladder?”
  • Request 360 degree feedback (from co-workers, clients etc) on strengths and room for improvement
  • Speak with your manager and HR to gain advice on how to proceed

Produce a plan of action

  • Develop a S.M.A.R.T. plan for enhancing your education, skills, knowledge and experience
  • SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-bound)
  • Create the space in your working week to build the knowledge, skills or abilities you need

Do invest in a career coach

  • Commit to sessions with your career coach to help you identify how to fast-track your career
  • Go after stretching goals/targets
  • Come out of your comfort zone by being open to new perspectives
  • Consistently complete your agreed actions and observe yourself soar

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