How To Succeed at Work: 7 Things You Should Be Doing

17 May 2017

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​Being successful at work is ambiguous. Every individual determines success differently. Whether it’s your wage slip, the job title in your email signature or how much you enjoy your job, everyone wants to be a success at work.  So here are a few tips that will help you climb the career ladder or simply help you enjoy your daily routine to the max. How to succeed at work… 

1) Be Positive

You’ll be surprised how effective a smile is in the morning. Of course, everyone has their off days, but being generally upbeat in the office gets you noticed. 

2) Make Your Voice Heard 

Want that promotion? You’ve got an amazing idea? Tell someone. I mean, don’t tell everyone in the office but someone who can directly impact the result. 

3) Don’t Get lazy

If you’re not feeling challenged, do something about it. Take on a new challenge or extra responsibilities. 

4) Sort Out Your Priorities

What makes you tick? The key to being satisfied and in turn, successful at work is knowing exactly what is expected and where your strengths lie.

5) Join In

Especially if company culture is a big deal. Go for a drink after work, or meet a colleague for a coffee. You spend the majority of your week with these people; a happy work life is a major contributor to a happy life.

6) Learn from your mistakes  

Say sorry. Accept constructive criticism.  Plan for the next time. Admitting you’re wrong costs nothing, and you’ll be surprised how much respect it can earn.

7) Don’t be a know it all 

You might be an expert, but you don’t know everything. Be open minded, whether it comes to taking advice or hearing an opinion, showing that you are a team player is invaluable.

The route to success at work is different for everyone; unfortunately there isn’t an equation that equals a guarantee. Do you have a different opinion? 

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