DEVELOPING YOUR CAREER
From my own perspective Career Development is the process of gradual growth or building your occupation so that it becomes more advanced, stronger, etc. People can make deliberate efforts to improve aspects of their career. Some of which are;
FOCUS ON YOUR CAREER AND MARKET YOUR STRENGTHS
Throughout your work life, you may change jobs several times. You may be promoted within the same company or you may be employed by several different companies. Since you may spend most of your adult life in the work force, begin now to develop the skills and attitudes needed to make intelligent career decisions. To be successful in your career, you must remain flexible and adaptable as advancements in technology bring about changes in the workplace.
How does a prospective employer judge whether or not you possess the qualifications needed for a job? Since the employer may not know you personally, he or she can make an evaluation based on how well you sell yourself – how effectively you market your strengths. You can highlight your strengths by using a resume, a letter of application, an employment application, your appearance, and your personality. Take note of the following points.
DEVELOP A CAREER STRATEGY AND SET A CAREER GOAL
A career strategy involves skillful management of your career. It involves identifying a career goal and devising a plan to reach that goal. Having a career strategy helps you make career decisions. “Yes, I will apply for this job because it fits into my career strategy.” “No I will not apply for this job because it takes me in a career direction I do not want to go”
Your career goal sets the direction for your career strategy. For e.g, if your ultimate goal is to own your company, your career plan should prepare you to reach that goal. Keep the goal foremost in your thoughts and it will motivate your actions. Devise a career plan to reach the career goal you set.
REVIEW YOUR CAREER STRATEGY AND PLAN YOUR JOB SEARCH
Devising a career strategy is not a onetime event. As you achieve each goal, set a new one with a new plan. Achieving goals you set for yourself reinforces your self-confidence. Strong self-confidence improves your attitude, and a positive attitude is what propels you on the next goal.
Once you have a career strategy, you are better prepared to begin your job search. Obviously, one of your career goals includes finding the “right” job. A plan to reach that goal should involve the following steps:
Decide which type of job and which field you would enjoy.
Prepare a resume.
Search for job opportunities that interest you.
Send letters of application and resumes to prospective employers.
Interview with companies and take appropriate follow-up action; and
Begin your new job!
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If you dont word hard to develop your career no one else will. Keep keeping on.
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