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Six top tips on how to succeed at work

Six top tips on how to succeed at work

Most individuals want to succeed in the workplace. But, if you’re completing your tasks to the best of your ability and you are enthusiastic about your role, it can be difficult to pinpoint what actions to take next that will push you to exceed your own expectations and succeed in your role. Whether you are fresh out of university or you are gunning for a promotion, these tips can help you to succeed in your workplace. 

1. Never stop learning

Adopting the attitude that you can never stop learning is a great way to continue to develop your skills and abilities whilst at work. You can have confidence and faith in your ability, but it is important to recognise where your strengths and weaknesses are in order to develop them and maximise your performance. 

2. Keep asking questions

When you are new in a position, it is expected that you will be asking questions about your role and responsibilities. However, once you have been in a position for a while, or for many years, you may become complacent and stop asking questions. Find out about different areas of the business or what your teammates are working on. Doing this will mean that you are engaged with your colleagues and that you are aware of what is happening in the wider business. This may not affect your daily responsibilities, but it may come in handy in meetings or team projects if you have a broader knowledge of the business. 

3. Talk to your boss

Regular 1-2-1’s are very beneficial if you are keen to develop yourself professionally. These meetings will not only give you the opportunity to voice any issues or ask your boss questions, but they will also allow you the time to talk through your workload or any progression opportunities that you are interested in. Tracking your progress with your manager is a great way to show enthusiasm in your role and to demonstrate to them that you are invested in becoming a better employee.

4. Make friends in the office

Even though making friends in the workplace might not be your first priority, it is a prime opportunity to develop professional and personal relationships with different individuals. You spend the majority of your life in your workplace, so if you find that you ostracise yourself from the rest of the team, you could be missing out on a chance to be happier at work. 

5. Have a healthy work-life balance

Being successful at work doesn’t mean being overly invested in work. Work too hard and you are sure to suffer career burnout eventually. Having a healthy work-life balance is key to being successful and happy at work. Make time for your friends and family and be sure to take those ever-important lunch breaks to recharge your batteries, and prepare yourself for the afternoon. Having a healthy work-life balance doesn’t mean not working hard, it simply means that you make time for your loved-ones and self-care as well. 

6. Have your own voice

If you are looking to get yourself heard, meeting rooms are a great opportunity to showcase your ideas and enthusiasm in front of an audience that matters. A lot of people find it intimidating to speak up to a crowd, but doing this will enable you to showcase your talents and ideas in a productive environment. Not to mention, it will impress your boss and members of other teams that are in attendance. 

Making small changes to your outlook and attitude will amount to big successes in the workplace. Pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and putting yourself out there during working hours is a great way to position yourself as a thought leader and enthusiastic employee. Making these changes today will help enable you to make strategic career moves in the future. 

If you are interested in making the next step in your career, why not get in touch with one of our specialist recruitment consultants today. At Michael Page, we have over 40 years of recruitment experience and can help you to find a position in your desired field and industry.

 

 

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