10 actionable career tips for success in 2024 ft. Shelley Johnson
Jan 4, 2024
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Shelley Johnson, HR expert and host of the My Millennial Career Podcast, shares 10 actionable career tips for success in 2024. Topics include taking risks, workplace culture, asking for promotions, differentiating hard work from hustle culture, prioritizing rest and recovery, and various services offered by Rask for personal finance.
Taking calculated risks can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.
Advocate for yourself and clearly communicate your goals and aspirations.
Seek guidance from mentors and experts to navigate your career path.
Take control of your career progression, set goals, and actively contribute to your organization's success.
Reframe imposter syndrome as a sign of growth and use discomfort as fuel for development.
Deep dives
Play big and take a risk
In order to grow in your career, it is important to play big and take risks. Don't let imposter syndrome or fear of failure hold you back. Taking calculated risks can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.
Ask for what you want
Don't be afraid to advocate for yourself in your career. If you want a pay rise, promotion, or more flexible work arrangements, have open and honest conversations with your manager. Clearly communicate your goals and aspirations.
Find a mentor or seek guidance
Having a mentor or someone you can turn to for career advice and guidance can be invaluable. Whether it's a formal mentoring relationship or seeking advice from experts through podcasts or books, learning from experienced individuals can help you navigate your career path.
Take ownership of your career
Your career progression is your responsibility. Don't rely on others to map it out for you. Take control, set goals, and actively work towards them. Seek out learning and development opportunities and actively contribute to your organization's success.
Embrace imposter syndrome as a sign of growth
Imposter syndrome is common and affects many people. Instead of letting it hold you back, reframe it as a sign that you are pushing your boundaries and growing. Embrace discomfort and use it as fuel for personal and professional development.
Seek feedback and use it to grow
Feedback is crucial for personal and professional growth. Actively seek feedback from your colleagues, managers, and mentors. Ask specific questions to guide the feedback process and be open to constructive criticism. Use feedback to improve and excel in your career.
Address negative self-talk and reframe it
Become aware of your negative self-talk and actively work on reframing it into positive and growth-oriented statements. Challenge self-limiting beliefs and replace them with empowering thoughts. Practice self-compassion and be kind to yourself.
Make your manager's life easier
Support your manager by anticipating their needs, delivering high-quality work, and providing solutions, not just problems. Understand their priorities and align your work accordingly. Building a strong relationship with your manager can lead to greater opportunities and career growth.
Don't stay in a toxic culture
Recognize the signs of a toxic work environment and don't hesitate to seek a healthier and more positive workplace. Your well-being and career growth are too important to stay in a toxic culture. Prioritize finding a supportive and nurturing work environment.
Focus on hard work, not hustle
Reject the idea of constant hustle and prioritize sustainable hard work. Find a balance between working hard on meaningful tasks and allowing yourself time for rest and rejuvenation. Hard work with periods of rest and recovery leads to long-term success and well-being.
Welcome to our Summer Series on The Australian Finance Podcast! Throughout our Summer Series, we’ll give you some super actionable tips and tricks throughout the month to get your finances in fighting form for the year ahead. Stay tuned for episodes on savings hacks, career tips, income stocks and much more!
Today, your host Kate Campbell, chats with Shelley Johnson, the founder of Boldside Consulting, HR expert, host of the My Millennial Career Podcast and author of the wonderful Sort Your Career Out book. In this conversation, Shelley’s bringing you 10 actionable career tips for success in 2024. Enjoy!
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