Career Development

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    How to Start a New Job Successfully

    Starting a new job is always going to be a little daunting. Will you get on with everyone? Will the work be too challenging? Will you like working for the company? There are lots of variables that could affect your experience. However, if you follow these tips, you are more likely to be successful: Be positive. Don’t complain or act like you cannot do the job. It is all about mental attitude. If you believe you can succeed, others will too. Be friendly. Smile at people, talk to them and ask questions. Be careful not to just talk at people. Ask them about themselves and their roles. Have a can-do…

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    How to Stop Yourself Getting Bored at Work

    If you find yourself getting bored at work, there are some things you can do to put a stop to it. Of course, you might not have the most interesting job in the world, and not everybody can love every aspect of their job. However, there are definitely steps you can take to make your job more interesting. Here are some ideas: Learn new things. Teach yourself new skills and find ways of expanding your knowledge. Don’t get bogged down in the things you already know. Ask for a promotion. If you’re not feeling challenged enough, a promotion could be just what you need to renew your enthusiasm. Talk to…

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    Is your Job Living up to its Expectations?

    Starting a new job is a truly exciting time and you will be filled with hopes and expectations about what your future career has to offer you. Once you are a few months into your new job, you may want to reassess and decide whether the position is living up to your expectations. Think back to what you were told about the job, by your recruitment agent and your employer. Is the position living up to the information you were given? If you have any concerns you can address them with your boss. Keep a copy of any information you were given in order to have a reference to look…

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    Putting your Very Best into your Job

    Your job will take up a vast amount of your time, so you want to be able to throw yourself into it and get a lot out of it as well. It’s important that you really learn to apply yourself every single day so that you can do the very best you can. Here are some reasons why: You will feel more fulfilled. There is nothing worse than doing something you feel isn’t important. By working hard and looking for new ways to contribute, you will be making a big difference to your company. You can get a pay rise. Often, you will need to justify why you deserve a pay…

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    Talking to your Boss About Career Progression

    Many jobs will advertise themselves as offering ‘great career progression’. However, this is an attractive buzzword for many people who are looking for a new job, and often the reality might be that career progression is minimal, if in existence at all. If this is the case, you should address this as soon as you can with your employer so that you can decide on your best option going forward. If you start a new job, it might be worth keeping a copy of the job description. This will give you something to reference when discussing your position in future. It’s a useful document to have to hand. Think about…

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    Securing Yourself a Promotion

    Getting a new job will give you a great sense of achievement. However, in order to maintain this feeling, you need to keep progressing within the role and the company. This will usually come in the form of gaining a promotion. Here are some tips: Be honest about what you want. If the people in charge don’t know that you want to progress, they might assume that you’re content with your role as it is. Look for opportunities to shine. Always think about how you could improve processes, within your own role and within the company as a whole. Don’t moan about things that you want to change – change…

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    Networking to Improve Your Career Prospects

    It’s important to build up professional relationships within your field in order to further advance your career. Whether you’re looking for a new job or want to progress in your current role, networking is going to be beneficial in a number of ways. By building up your network, you are giving yourself the chance to bring in more work. Whether it’s within your current company or in a new position, potential new opportunities are always beneficial. It’s also an excellent way to meet others who might be able to help your business. For example, you may decide to implement a new marketing strategy, or you might need a new IT…

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    Using Social Media to Help You Professionally

    Social media is continually growing in importance. It’s a central part of daily life for many people, and it’s entirely possible to use this to your advantage. Having a strong online presence can help you to secure a job, help you to set up a business or help you to develop in your current position. Firstly, make sure that your social media profiles aren’t going to be detrimental to you. Many employers will now check a candidate’s social media to get a better idea of them as a person, so eradicate any inappropriate photographs or controversial statuses immediately. If you’re seeking a job, social media can be a valuable resource.…