DO YOU RUN YOUR CAREER OR DOES IT RUN YOU?

Career self-management is the name of today's employment game. Whether between jobs or not, you must continue to explore your career options, even after achieving your "dream" job. Don't get stuck in a career rut. Job security comes only from within YOU.

Research your career interests. Talk to people in different fields. Develop networks and get involved. Keep looking for ways to improve your skills and increase your knowledge. Gather data, make decisions, and plot your course to career success. Never, ever, ignore the proverbial handwriting on the employer's wall. Always be ready for the next change.

And don't forget about life/work balance. What do you need to do it all most effectively? How can you get focused with a sound action plan? Don't hesitate to reach out for professional guidance and support.

Comments

[John Moore]

Great post. All of us must remember that we are the captains of our own ships and if we do not manage our careers, no one will for us. I wrote a blog post yesterday about this very topic:

http://johnfmoore.wordpress.com/2009/04/01/take-charge-of-your-career-and-become-indespensible/

I hope you find it helpful, feel free to leave me comments on my blog.

John
http://johnfmoore.wordpress.com/

[Jorge Lazaro Diaz]

I recently ran into your blog. Interestingly enough, my website is CareerJockey.org with the byline of "Ride your career hard so it doesn't ride you!" I provide resource for people to proactively drive their careers where THEY want it to go.

[Career Search]

Great post. Definitely worth a tweet. Thanks for the great article.

[Career Search]

Nice post.I hope you find it helpful, feel free to leave me comments on my blog.