Charting your career goals

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Career development skills for people who want to advance their careers or start their own firms are discussed. A useful first step is to develop a visual image of your career goals. Another exercise is to assess the strengths that you have developed so far. Give serious consideration to starting your own business, but remember that there is a difference between wanting more job autonomy and wanting to be an entrepreneur. Create a written outline of career goals and break it down into a series of small steps that can be acted upon. Research prospective clients and employers thoroughly. Strike a balance between promoting yourself to prospective employers or clients and performing well in your existing position.

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Until you have a personal manager

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Most business people cannot afford a personal manager, but they can become their own personal managers. The business person should objectively examine skills and preferences, then develop a concrete set of short term and long term objectives. Mentors can give excellent advice and create new contacts. Business people should learn new skills, be alert for career opportunities, and become their own publicists. Professionals need to monitor their investments and be familiar with the terms of their insurance and pension plans.

Psychological aspects, Usage, Employment, Management, Mentors, Mentoring

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Three proven steps for getting raises and promotions

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There are several methods of assuring raises and promotions. It is helpful during salary or performance reviews to present one's accomplishments and to offer to do more. Asking what specifically is required for a raise and promotion is seldom done but can be highly effective. Showing ways the company might increase productivity and putting this in writing will also help. It is important to convey sincerity and interest in the company's well-being.

Employee promotions

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