Tag: Energy

‘Yes’ And ‘No’

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘Every decision about yes and no really comes down to how you’re going to spend your time.’

‘No is how you protect yourself and others from making bad commitments, dedicating resources trying to do things that cannot be done (not possible), are not allowed (against the rules), or that on balance, should not be done ( a bad idea or not the next top priority).

‘Every good no makes room for a better yes.’

‘Yes is the beginning of a collaboration, the start of something.’

‘Every good yes is a chance to make the most of a good opportunity and serve others by adding value and building your real influence.’

‘Every good no – or not yet– makes room for a better opportunity.’

‘Every bad yes is a waste of time, energy, and money that will crowd out a better opportunity.’

‘Every bad no is a missed opportunity or a delayed ( and maybe soured) opportunity if the no gets overturned.’

‘Every yes is a commitment, and every commitment deserves to be taken seriously and honored with a good plan and focused execution.’

‘Plan the work so that you can work your plan.’

Source:

Bruce Tulgan (2020). The Art of Being Indispensable at Work: Win Influence Beat Overcommitment And Get The Right Things Done

Recruitthebest Daily Digest- If You Can’t Find A Job, This Is For You (1)

by Bright Osadiaye, posted in Health & Well-Being, Improve Academy, Leadership, Management, Personal Development, Workplace Learning Report

‘Many of the obstacles Switchers face are self-created. Be aware of falling prey to fallacies such as the illusion of fairness or comparing your progress to others.’

‘Go all in on Plan A! Don’t undermine yourself by splitting your energy between two goals.’

‘Boil your skills and the skills needed for your target role down into their most basic components so that you can understand the overlap.’

‘Take time to map out the intersection of your Interests, your (related) Expertise, and the Market for a solid Plan A. The struggle to reach clarity is vital and will set you up for success in the networking and interview processes.’

‘Clarify define your target. Don’t fear going too narrow: Most people keep their target too broad, which makes it harder for your network to help you, or for a hiring manager to take a chance on you.’

‘Completing the bull’s-Eye Brainstorming Worksheet is a helpful way to keep your target clear, precise, and at the front of your mind.’

‘Values play a key role in career satisfaction. Take these into account when making decisions related to your switch.’

‘Some double Switchers may require a stepping stone career. Depending on the strength of your network, consider if a stepping stone is a useful strategy.’

‘Going back to school might feel like a worthwhile step toward your new career, but remember that a tough job search will still be waiting at the end. Find out if the return on investment is worth it.’

‘The rise of the gig economy is creating new opportunities. Don’t rule this out as a creative way to make your career switch a reality.’

‘Figure out your plan A.’

Source:

Dawn Graham (2018). Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success