The start of a new year offers the perfect opportunity to refocus your energy and set new career goals. Whether you’re looking to progress in your current role, develop your professional education or transition into a new industry, there are simple steps to help guide you through achieving your goals.
1. Reflect On The Previous Year
Taking a look back over the previous year and identifying your strengths and weaknesses could help inform your career plan for the next 12 months. Similarly, highlighting significant moments of pride and hard work can also be beneficial in defining what your long term goals will be. It may also be worth considering taking an inventory of your skills used in the past year to discover what you enjoyed and where your skillset may be lacking and what may be in need of further attention in 2023.
2. Research
The more you learn, the easier it is to make decisions so conducting research around your career is essential. Understanding potential routes to your goals, or significant learning experiences that may elevate your career are important aspects of planning your next steps. Be clear on what you want to achieve and how you want to get there.
3. Create A Plan
Detailing each step of your plan is just as important as setting specific time limits for each phase. Breaking down your yearly goal into smaller milestones can help manage your progression, make your goal seem less overwhelming and set realistic timeframes for each of your objectives. Your plan may help identify resources that are missing which may open up conversation as to how your current employer can help you strengthen your skillset within your role and help you achieve your aim.
4. Be Productive, Stay Focused & Disciplined
Once your plan is in place, remaining productive, staying focused and disciplined in your actions are key to elevating your career in 2023. Be sure to revisit your plan from time to time to ensure you’re staying on track and to add any additional opportunities that may arise along the way.
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