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Shine brighter at work

// September 4th, 2011 // Finance

Today’s job market is fiercely competitive. It seems you’ve got to be willing and able to do 5 jobs at once, and with a smile. In terms of a global workplace it’s an entirely new playing field. The exciting news is that all of those seemingly disparate skills and interests of yours may well be what makes you the ideal modern employee.

For instance, say you’ve dabbled in writing or photography but never made a living with it. Don’t hesitate to continue to get your chops up because there are few things more appealing than a boss saying “I need so and so” and you being able to pipe up, “Oh I can do that!” And if they haven’t found reasons to use your varied skills then don’t hesitate to offer ideas on how to use them. Were you sent on a business trip? Upon return, why not provide a photo essay that can be used to teach the rest of the crew? Or do you have a particular gift for organising? Offer to get that supply cabinet under control once and for all.

Keep learning and growing – even if your job doesn’t currently require it. From updating certifications before they are requested, to signing up for things like intermediate Excel courses, being proactive looks good and gives you added skills for any future job you may encounter. 

It is a tough time these days – both for employees with jobs and for job-seekers; we have to be better and more than we ever have before. But it provides a very exciting opportunity to let yourself truly shine in the workplace.