Mastering assertiveness as a soft skill

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Have you ever thought that navigating through the people and expectations in your career is like playing a game? If so, you are not alone. Many professionals encounter circumstances where they wish they could voice their opinions, establish limits, and zealously defend their position. This is where assertiveness, your secret weapon for a successful career, […]

Career progression: Tips to achieve it

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? If you want to make fantastic career progress, then you’re in the ideal place! Come with us as we dissect the crucial measures you can take to progress in your career, using this blog post to get empowered and enabled. Our tried-and-tested approach can […]

6 Most Valuable Workplace Skills

Are you relevant and valuable at work? To what extent do you think your value is in any way related to your soft skills? In today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to have the right skills to succeed in the workplace.  Whether you’re just starting in your career or looking […]

Progression and perspective: career steps & leaps

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Is there a link between progression and perspective? Imagine that you’re in a tall round tower. Think of Rapunzel’s tower but probably not quite so isolated. There may be other similar ones around. You’re looking out of a window towards the landscape around you. The view is certainly nothing to complain about.  But you’ve been […]

Should I take a new opportunity?

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The market is picking up. Is it time to take advantage of a new opportunity? There you were, minding your own business. Happy with your lot. Or happy enough, anyway. You were getting on with your work. Managing your workload as best as you could and vaguely considering your next logical career move. But this […]

Best Motivation Tip for Success

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Understanding what motivates us can be the key to unlocking performance, productivity, and fulfillment. It can ultimately determine our success. I share below my best motivation tip for success in life and work. Some people have a pretty good understanding of what motivates them. Others may have an inkling or not really understand at all. […]

5 Ways to Stay Ahead at Work

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Without a doubt, lockdown is a strange time. It’s also a great opportunity to stay ahead at work You may find yourself with more available time, but it’s essential to remain focused to stay ahead at work.  Maybe your role is more important than ever at this critical time. You may want to use the […]

11 Assertiveness Tips for Career Success

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Could you benefit from some assertiveness tips? At work, some people seem to get the results they want, whereas others just don’t. The answer often relates to assertiveness. Assertiveness is a subtle art, which some people seem to master naturally. The rest of us muddle our way through, acting in unassertive ways for much of the […]

Love what you do – by doing more of what you love!

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What do you enjoy most about your work? Do you love what you do? Many of us probably have a mix of tasks, some that we love and other bits that we, well, don’t love quite as much. These will differ by person and by role, and may also evolve for the same person at […]

5 Ways to Get Ahead at Work Now

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Looking to make the most of the current lockdown situation? Here are 5 ways to get ahead at work, now. Get Ahead at Work During Lockdown You may find yourself with more available time at your disposal, but it’s essential to remain focused to get ahead at work.  Maybe your role is more important than […]