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A Guide to Taking Your Career to the Next Level in 2022

by Rayanne M. Writer

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Students leave high school and college with dreams of having fantastic careers in whatever industry suits them. However, many are surprised that they must take entry-level positions that they feel incredibly overqualified for. Continue reading to discover a guide to taking your career to the next level in 2022. You will likely be inspired to grow once you have an entry-level position. There are certain steps to take your career to the next level. Some steps are:

1. Set Goals That You Can Measure

Setting goals is an integral part of career goals. Goals go beyond the dream job you want; they set the tone for your future. Setting goals that are measurable help you identify measurable criteria for your goals. That is important to your personal and professional development. The benefits of setting measurable goals include:

  • You have a clear destination

  • Gives a sense of purpose to your goals

  • Gives you greater clarity

  • Increases your motivation

  • Helps you measure your progress

  • Improves your focus

  • Guides your daily actions

  • Builds your confidence

2. Have Your Position/Status Evaluated

In addition to performance evaluations enabling your growth and development, they are a way to scrutinize your methods and how you measure against other employees. Your evaluation may come from HR, a department head, or your immediate supervisor. However, there are different ways to have your position, job, or status at a company evaluated. For example, you can get in contact with an executive recruiter who will help you to achieve your career goals. In addition to helping with job searches, they will map a plan that offers the tools you need to thrive and reach your goals. Whether you are looking for a new job, they can connect you with firms looking for talent like you. That means someone may see your resume and be impressed enough to offer you your first executive position. Using recruiters is a great way to level up your career.

3. Build Genuine Relationships

If you are a person who is easy to get along with, you will likely build relationships with coworkers—understanding that all friendships measure the same or have the same significance in your life. Having good work relationships makes work more enjoyable and will help make you a more productive employee. Good work relationships have certain characteristics, much like personal relationships. Some characteristics of a good work relationship include:

  • Trust

  • Respect

  • Self-awareness

  • Open communications

4. Review Your Progress at Regular Intervals

There is a saying, “Fail to plan, plan to fail.” Regardless of how you feel about planning and setting goals, it is important to regularly review your plans/goals. To avoid this, review the goals you have so that you can track your progress. This exercise will help you get back on track if you are off. In addition to your goals helping to keep you on track, they also help make you more productive. Checking your goals also helps:

  • You become more focused

  • Keep you committed to your goals

  • Helps to keep you from procrastinating

5. Find a Mentor

Finding a good mentor is part of what will help you elevate to the next level. A mentor is a person who can advise you, they will support you, and they will guide you. Mentors have typically been where you are and understand your experiences. Admits or will help with your personal development as well as help you grow to be the best version of yourself possible. Mentors typically have higher positions than their mentees and our leaders in their industry. Some other traits of a good mentor include:

  • Personable

  • Empathetic

  • A good listener

  • Self-aware

Conclusion

As you have read, many leave college, and instead of getting their dream job, they land entry even positions. To reach the level of success that they’ve dreamed of takes time. However, five ways they can level up in their position are listed above. Incorporating them into their life will ensure that they level up in their career in 2022.


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About Rayanne M. Advanced   Writer

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Created on Mar 31st 2022 12:54. Viewed 209 times.

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