Monday, August 9, 2010

10 Tips to Manage Your Career

Manage your career


Managing your career is an on-going process and it is a challenging one. There are many areas to pay attention and take care of. The following aspects are important for your career success:


1. Manage your time: It is important to spend some time every day, preferably, in the evening to prioritize your daily tasks for the following day. When you follow the to-do list faithfully you will get the most important things done smoothly. A to-do list also helps you achieve a balanced life. You l get things done without working overtime and you have time to pursue your personal interests and passion.

2. Manage your goals: Have you got your written goals? Your goals are the road map of your life. It tells you what and when to do in order to accomplish your objectives. You follow your daily tasks without fail so that you will reach your weekly objectives, your monthly goals, and your yearly plan.

3. Manage your productivity: Get away from your comfort zone and think creatively to find new ideas to get things done more efficiently and effectively. Work smart and follow the 80/20 rule to do less, but more productive.

4. Manage your boss: Get to know the objectives and pressure of your boss and coordinate closely to get things done. Be aware of his or her working style and follow accordingly. Get into the good book of your boss by showing what you can do for the company.

5. Manage your image: Dress smartly and be meticulous to let others know that you care about yourself and to project an image of self-confidence. Be approachable and friendly when dealing with others.

6. Manage your health: A robust health gives you the drive and energy to perform at your peak. Exercise daily to sustain your alertness and concentration at work under stress.

7. Manage your habits: Beware of your bad habits such as not paying attention to details, coming to work late, and the like. The key is to eliminate your weaknesses and fortify your strengths.

8. Manage your relationships: Think more about other people. Think of their interests and find out what you can do for them. Others will notice that you pay attention to them and in return, they will help you when you ask for it.

9. Manage your emotions and also other people: Keep your problems at home and be happy at work. Smile at people and make others happy too. Get to know the feelings and moods of others. Approach another person at the right time so that you will get things done easily and quickly.

10. Manage your finance: Spend within your budget and use your credit cards as your own money. The most important thing is not to get into debt. Build your creditworthiness by paying your credit card bills fully and promptly.


To manage your career is to manage changes in life. Be open-minded to new ideas and always update yourself through continuous learning.


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