Building a “Step Above” Career

The Workplace has changed – and so your career plans should change with those! Employers want team members who are engaged and can make an impact. And, doing that means knowing how to focus on what matters – the Business & Customer goals.

Every business has goals; ask what those are! And, every area of the business has customers, whether they are internal or external. So, think about your career and how you can hone in on aligning your work and style to the success of the business and what matters.

Key areas to consider are building your skills to be current with the market as it relates to the quality and level of output, along with the efficiencies of work. That may mean researching new trends, learning new technologies, or taking additional courses and/or getting certifications in your field.

Even though the labor market is tight, it doesn’t mean you have your pick of great jobs. Employers need to spend more money to get the right people and so they are going to focus on those who have proven skills, great behaviors, and who have made an impact in their prior roles. With just a little bit of extra effort and focus, you can make an impact in your career and be a “Step Above” in building your career!