Tag: Control

How To Get To The Top On Your Own Terms

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Motivational Quotes, Personal Development

You can get to the top if you are willing to do the work. You must, according to Josh Altman, ‘constantly be creating your own opportunities.’

Whatever you are doing right now, do it well. Because it is the beginning of where you are going. Your future depends on what you are doing right now.

According to Lauren Maillian Bias, ‘It doesn’t matter why the door opens. If it opens, don’t hesitate to walk through it, but be prepared to work harder than expected. Expectations of you are always higher than they may outwardly seem.’

‘Learn to clearly communicate in a way that commands respect, but isn’t abrasive.’

‘Always be committed to the job at hand. Do it well and get noticed enough to move forward.’

‘Show that you can persevere with grace during difficult situations. Problems are a part of life, and we all encounter them, but how you handle them will be most memorable.’

‘When people show you their true colors, believe them. Don’t make excuses for other people’s negative behaviors.’

‘Treat everyone like a rock star.’

‘Know when to hold out for what’s most important to you.’

‘Always be the bigger person and rise above the nonsense. Remember: The actions of those who would tear you down are a reflection of them. Don’t let someone win by dragging you into his or her mud puddle.’

‘Own your voice, control your narrative, and be deliberate in your communication.’

‘You are your reputation, not your company or your title. It’s all about you– the impresssions you leave, the interests you pique, the conversations you start.’

‘Stay grounded and never lose sight of your moral compass.’

‘Seek to work with people with integrity. You can always find higher ground when you’re working with good people.’

‘Every time you’re faced with a major decision, ask yourself: ‘Is it worth it even if I fail?’ If the answer is ‘yes,’ go for it!’

‘Live life on your terms. Do what works best for your life as defined by you and no one else.’

Source:

Lauren Maillian Bias (2014). The Path Redefined: Getting to The Top on Your Own Terms

What You Need To Know About Your Career

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Personal Development, Workplace Learning

Remember that you are responsible for your career. If you want to grow your career, you must take action to make it happen.

If you do not do it for yourself, no one is going to craft it for you.

According to Tessa White, ‘If you want something, don’t come at it from why you want it. Come at it from why the company benefits from it.’

‘You are part of the problem. You could have a better work experience if both you and your manager were communicating.’

‘It’s easy to think that everyone else in the workplace can’t communicate, but I’m convinced you are part of the problem.’

‘The conversations you are avoiding are the exact conversations that can give you back a sense of control at work.’

There is nothing as humbling as realizing your blind spot limited your view of the one person thought you knew best of all- yourself.’

‘Every single piece of feedback you hear about yourself, whether neutral or negative, needs to be taken seriously. It’s a wastered-down version of how you are actually perceived.’

‘If your manager hasn’t indicated you are a top performer, you aren’t one. Top talent gets told they are top talent.’

‘Walk through the front door of feedback instead of waiting for it to come to you.’

‘Go where the low-hanging fruit is. Pick the gaps where you can win.’

‘If you want to gain influence in your company, become the expert of your industry, your competitors, and your company. It doesn’t require an advanced degree. It requires only your curiosity.’

‘You won’t have influence until you stop believing it’s everyone else’s job to figure everything out.’

‘You won’t grow in your career if you can’t get comfortable with conflict.’

‘Don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s the wrong job because it’s hard.’

‘The mistakes you make will feel big, but they are a great education you’ll carry into roles where the stakes are even higher.’

‘You have accountability for results by working with people you don’t manage and who may not be incentivized to cooperate with you. It’s like herding cats, except the cats have to actually go in the same direction.’

‘If you don’t champion for what you need, you won’t get what you need.’

If you want your career to grow, you must take action to make it happen. And you can make it happen. Do not give in to fear.