New Year’s Resolutions for a Stronger Career

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New year, new you … right? 2017 can revitalize your career. A fresh start is always energizing, but how can you make the most of it?
Maintain Focus. Focus is easily lost over the holidays but it’s time to get back to reality. Use this New Year to get ahead on your projects. Focus on both short and long-term goals to see how much you can achieve this year!
Organize your workspace. Your desk is the first impression for anyone that is working with you. It shows how you take pride in your professional presence… and an organized workspace can reduce stress!
Improve your relationship with the boss. Let your boss know about your progress on important projects. Let him know that you’re here to help him. Ask how you can be better and what the expectations are.
Improve your relationship with yourco-workers. We all want to have supporters who will have our backs. It comes down to communication and knowing your team better. Remember: if your team looks good, you do, too.
Network and stay in touch – We often say, “Let’s stay in touch!” but we don’t! Whether it’s catching up over coffee, or congratulating someone on their promotion, remain true to your word and stay in touch!
And remember, “What the New Year brings depends on what you bring to the New Year!”


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