Feeling stuck in your job? Here’s the number one mistake you’re making…
Everyone has been there. Feeling stuck, unmotivated and like your career has come to a standstill. But there’s one mistake you’re making:
Waiting for things to change instead of taking action yourself.
Too often we fall into the trap of thinking that things will get better over time, but in reality, the perfect opportunity, promotion, or job that excites you, is not just going to fall into your lap (unfortunately!).
But how do you take action? What are the best ways to take control?
Well, we are here to help! Here are our 5 top tips when it comes to taking control of your career.
Set Clear Goals
If you don’t know where you want to go, how can you get there?
Decide what successes you want to achieve and create a roadmap of the steps you need to take to get there, step by step.
Take Initiative
Create opportunities for yourself – stop waiting for them to come to you.
Seek out new opportunities, ask for feedback, and actively look for ways that you can develop your skills. Whether it be in CV writing, interview preparation or something specific to your professional development, actively seek out ways that you can improve, and this will help you achieve those steps to your final goal.
Network
Expanding your network and connections inside and outside of your current business can help open up new opportunities which can support your progress and help you achieve your goals.
Sometimes the right conversation can lead to an unexpected turn in direction.
Invest in Yourself
Investing in your own personal and professional development is essential in taking control of your career and where you want to end up.
Learn a new skill, attend courses specific to your industry or seek mentorship and coaching.
Utilise a Specialist Recruitment Consultant
Recruiters take out the stress of job searching for you.
A recruitment consultant will learn about you, your priorities, your skills, and where you want to go in your career and match that to an opportunity. So, if you’re ready for a change, but not sure where to start, find a recruitment company that specialises in your industry!
Don’t stay stuck. Take control of your career!
