Feeling stuck in your career? It’s no fun to drag yourself into work only to stare off into space as you try to motivate yourself to begin the day. If you’re not engaged in what you’re doing, it won’t matter how many trips to the coffee pot you make, or how many breaks you take to chat with coworkers—you’ll still feel stuck, and you’ll still need to make some changes to feel different. So, what can you do?
Set a Few Smart New Year’s Resolutions
Just like making plans to work out more and eat healthier, resolutions about your job are promises you make to yourself to take control of your career! If you’re bored in your current job, or unsure about your future, there’s no time like the New Year to put a fresh spin on your career plan. By setting a few New Year’s resolutions, you can begin to unclog your thinking, develop a clear focus and set yourself on the path to what’s next. Just choose a few of the following goals from a leading provider of Valdosta GA jobs:
Try to Do More of What You Like
Of course, the first step is determining what aspects of your job you like, and which you don’t. Try to figure out ways you can delegate tasks you don’t like, and pick up more work you enjoy. Talk to your boss about your career development and things you’d like to learn. Keep in mind that the best and most compelling way to have this conversation with your boss is if you’re excelling at your current tasks—so be sure you’re on top of everything before you request changes.
Learn Something New
If you’re not able to try more of what you like at work, consider a volunteer opportunity that would allow this, or a class or course you could take. Learning new things broadens your horizon and may help you understand more about what you want from your future.
Network
You never know who you’ll meet when you talk to people! Get to know the people in your department, in other departments, and in other companies. Strike up conversations in the elevator, in the cafeteria or break room, or at the water cooler. Get active on LinkedIn by joining groups, posting comments and answering questions. Attend conferences or networking events to meet others and learn more about your industry and other roles and opportunities within it.
Fix Up Your LinkedIn Page
Did you know this is one of the top ways recruiters and hiring managers find candidates? Spruce up your page with current content, a professional headshot, keywords, and a catchy objective statement. For more tips, simply try a Google search. You never know when an exciting new opportunity could come knocking.
Build a Relationship with a Recruiter
Getting in touch with a recruiter can only help you in your career. He or she will work with you to understand what you want from your career and will keep in touch if any opportunities pop up that would be a good fit for you.
2020 is your year!
Bust out the confetti and grab a party hat—because exciting things are in store for you this year! Try one or two of the above resolutions and stick to it. Your hard work will pay off!
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