Workplace Expert Robin Bond, Esq. Offers Advice For Committing to, Following Through on, Career Goals
WAYNE, Pa.--Dec. 15, 2005--While millions of people will commit to losing weight or volunteering more in 2006, career-oriented New Year's resolutions can prove just as rewarding. Workplace expert and practicing employment attorney Robin Bond advises her clients to take stock of their professional goals and strategize for success in the new year.
"As Americans, we are a very career-driven culture and our achievements at work absolutely contribute to our overall personal well being," says Bond, who regularly counsels Fortune 500 executives. "Whether a person wants to improve relationships with managers and colleagues at an existing position, or go after a dream job elsewhere, the new year presents a natural starting point for the process of obtaining that goal."
Bond offers these tips for delivering on some common career resolutions:
- Landing a promotion: Focus on how you meet and exceed the expectations of your position. Highlight significant accomplishments, and quantify achievements in terms of value to the organization and the bottom-line. Then schedule some private meeting time with the boss, indicating that you'd like to discuss your professional development within the company.
- Building better relationships: Making a daily, conscientious effort to connect with co-workers can make a difference. Find common interests outside of the office, or seek out ways to become indispensable to your team. Even a simple step like becoming the office software expert can boost a person's popularity.
- Finding a job you love: Spend time reflecting on your interests and talents, and research different jobs that require your skill set. Network in those circles at every opportunity, and don't hesitate to request informational interviews with professionals in the field.
As with all important projects, a timeline is key. Make a thorough plan, complete with measurable milestones.
Bond advises, "In an era when companies cannot promise us employment, we all have to be vigilant in maintaining our own employability."
For more information on New Year's career resolutions, or other employment-related issues, visit www.robinbond.com.
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