CAREER PROGRESSION
Top 5 Tips…
for climbing the career ladder…
TIP NO.1
Package
Job offers should be put in writing together
with your contract of employment. Your contract should
include information about:
- The role
- Salary
- Holidays
- Bonuses
- Expenses
- Sickness Leave
- Pension
Make sure that you read the contract
thoroughly and are completely happy before signing. If you
have any queries always raise them with the employer. If
everyone is satisfied, then you’re ready to go!
TIP NO.2
Work hard/Focus
Stand out from the crowd. Perform consistently
at a high level, and make sure that you get yourself noticed! Set
yourself goals and work towards them. Focus on your strengths and
develop these skills.
TIP NO.3
Training
Make yourself marketable. Gain as much
experience as you can with your current employer; get involved and
contribute your ideas. To excel you must be willing to learn
and develop your skill set. Observe your colleagues and take
note of any advice they give. You should also be open to any
training offered by your employer and ask for more if think it is
beneficial to your role!!
TIP NO.4
Prospects
Look at the company structure; is there chance
for you to progress within the company? Set yourself goals of where
you want to be in 6 months time, a year etc – remember to be
realistic, don’t aim too high too quickly.
TIP NO.5
Networking
Networking is one of the key ways for
businesses develop their client base. Successful networking
takes time and practice. As difficult or awkward as it may
feel at first, the ability to meet and make a positive,
professional impression on people will become easier and ever more
important as your career advances. Don’t hold back; determination
is essential!
MAKE
CONTACTS! Now you have networked, make sure you
follow up the leads and get in touch with your new contacts – if
they don’t need your services perhaps they know someone who
does!