This post is an excerpt from a Career Growth talk I delivered to a community of working mothers in Nigeria. Our work is very central to our lives, and it's one of the major ways we offer our gifts and skills to the world. So when something affects our work, positively or negatively, the effects are very deep and far-reaching. When we experience growth in our career, we can be sure that we're … [Read more...] about About Career Growth
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4 Ways to Position Yourself for a Promotion
Everyone desires a promotion at work. I’m sure you do, too. First off, it’s important to know why organisations promote people. It’s because they have seen your past and current results and they believe that you can do more if you have higher responsibilities and perks. While you may not be able to demand a promotion, you can certainly position yourself for it. Here are four ways to position … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Position Yourself for a Promotion
5 Tips for the Day of Your Interview
A little while ago, we discussed certain important steps to take before the day of an interview. Today, we’re discussing what to do on the day of the interview itself, and I’ll be sharing important tips that can help you to make the best of the interview. These tips will apply mostly to physical in-person interviews; we’ll talk about other types of interviews (telephone, Skype, etc.) some other … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for the Day of Your Interview
Why You Need to Take Stock of Your Skills
A skill is a special ability or expertise that you acquire by formal or informal training and practice. It is the most important factor in any career. Your skills may come from the practice of your talent or natural ability or from deliberate learning. Taking stock of the skills that you have is a big deal when it comes to making career decisions. Here are three important ways that the … [Read more...] about Why You Need to Take Stock of Your Skills