How ‘To Take Charge Of Your Career’

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‘Looking at crisis is one way to identity and learn from thought leaders.’

Expand your options, don’t limit your thinking.’

Focus on what you know how to do using simple language.’

‘Performance is important, especially early in your career, but image and your spheres of influence count more as you climb the corporate ladder.’

‘Success requires networking at all levels.’

The world is your classroom, take advantage of all it has to offer.’

‘Your job is to use research and open-ended questions to identity pain first, then opportunity.’

‘Transitioning to a new industry is like learning a new language.’

Don’t be silent: ask for assistance and demand people treat you as an individual.’

Reinforce the desire to have people speak with you directly and not make assumptions about what you will or will not do.’

‘You must take the time to build new relationships and networks to identity job opportunities.’

‘You must become comfortable speaking the language of the new industry.

Source

Ted Fleming (2020). Develop: 7 Practical Tools To Take Charge Of Your Career

How To Reconnect With Your Lost Creativity

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‘Every day brings with it new opportunities to practice leaping into the unknown.’

‘When the well of excuses runs dry, that’s when we can experience a wellspring of creativity!’

Use setbacks and frustrations to fuel your amazing creative life.’

‘Consider giving the outsiders, the misfits, the side hustlers, and the artists a chance.’

‘Lose yourself in the freedom of making something messy, of letting everything go to hell.’

When we actively listen to the world around us, we realize that we are always creating music. Listening reminds us that we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Listening is an art form.’

The blank page gives us a space to listen to our thoughts, make connections, and let our imaginations run wild.’

By facing our limitations, we can find unlimited options!’

The more we admit that we have value, the more valuable opportunities present themselves.’

‘Fail at the things you can do tomorrow and kick ass at all the things you choose to do today.’

Getting lost is how we end up finding our own unique way.’

Seek the strange in the familiar. The most extraordinary ideas can often be found in the most ordinary spaces.’

Source

Tania Katan (2019). Creative Trespassing: How to Put the Spark and Joy Back Into Your Work and Life