The job market is a dynamic landscape, and in today’s competitive environment, possessing the right career building skills is more important than ever.

These skills are the tools that equip you to not only land your dream job but also thrive and advance in your chosen field. Choose wisely, and you can build a flourishing career.

But with so many skills to consider, where do you begin?

It can be challenging to pick the right skillset without FOMO (fear of missing out) setting in. How can you be sure that you picked career building skills that will appeal to your dream employer?

Fear not, because in this article, you’ll gain a set of decision making criteria that will help you decide how to pick career building skills that will set you up for long-term success.

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Unlock Your Potential: 10 Powerful Career Building Strategies

Good career building strategies can remain elusive to the best of us. After all, who last wrote a book that said to get to career XYZ, start with step X, then take step Y, then Z?

In truth, there isn’t a right or wrong way to incorporate good career building strategies, and many careers can take wild turns you might never anticipate, especially early on in your career.

No career has a crystal clear pathway, but you can implement some valuable strategies that will support your journey, regardless of where you’re headed or where you land.

So if you ever feel like your career is stuck on autopilot: you’re qualified and work hard, but that spark of passion and fulfillment seems elusive, then consider implementing the following 10 powerful career building strategies.

By the time you’re done reading this article, you’ll learn how these 10 strategies will help you ignite your potential and build the career of your dreams. So get ready, we’re about to dive in!

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If you’re looking for a networking guide to propel your career to new heights, you’ve come to the right place!

Networking can mean the difference between career success and mediocrity, but have ever wondered why?

It’s all about building and fostering the right connections at the right time. Your network can be your greatest career asset if used to its potential.

Like many things, however, your network is only what you make of it, so how do you go about building and fostering a strong network? You’re about to find out!

Whether you’re new to the professional world or a seasoned professional, this simple networking guide will explain why networking can be a career game-changer, and how you can easily start building and fostering meaningful connections.

Get ready to build valuable connections, expand your professional circle, and unlock doors to exciting new opportunities.

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Have you ever thought about your career vision? Now, I’m not referring to a career plan or even goals. I’m talking about your ideal vision for the job or career of your dreams.

Perhaps you envision yourself working as a CEO for a startup, or in a manager role, or maybe you’re more excited about making a pivot into a new industry. Regardless, your career vision should be your personal North Star.

You may have even once achieved your North Star, but now your career vision has changed. 

That’s ok! Maybe you’re feeling lost in the career landscape, or your current job feels more like a chore than a calling.

It’s never too late to chart a new course and find meaningful work. The key is to create a compelling career vision and a roadmap that guides your steps and fuels your passion.

In this article, I’ll tell you exactly what you need to build a career vision that will help you build the career of your dreams, wherever your journey is taking you next.

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How to Create a Vision Board That Positions You for Success

In other words, how to harness the power of visualization for personal growth and success.

Christmas might have been yesterday, but the new year begins in less than a week. Can you believe it?! I sure can’t.

A new year brings a wave of optimism and a fresh start. It’s the perfect opportunity to set your goals and plot a course for the future. 

What better way to visualize your dreams and aspirations than with a killer vision board? 

A vision board is a powerful tool that can help you manifest your desires and create the life of your dreams. Or in simpler terms, it can help you get to where you want to go when it comes to doing more of the things that you love.

In this article, I’m going to tell you everything you need to know to build a killer vision board that helps you live on YOUR terms. Because you deserve it!

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As we prepare to embark on a new year and celebrate the holidays, I imagine the last thing on your mind is your career plan. No doubt you have plenty else keeping you busy through the holidays, and you deserve to celebrate this magical time of year!

But while you’re celebrating, you might also take some time to reflect on your values and aspirations. Your aspirations for the new year might even include a new job, or perhaps a new career path. Maybe you’re seeking a promotion, or simply want to enhance your current role.

Regardless, it may benefit you to reflect on your goals, and crafting a well-defined career plan is essential for achieving your career goals.

In this article, I’ll give you seven key steps and strategies that you can use to build your career plan. Use this guide to elevate your career trajectory and set yourself up for success in the new year.

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Job skills are essential to build a solid career. It can take time and effort to acquire and build the skills you need, but continuous development is essential for long-term career success.

Throughout my career, I’ve obtained various job skills, but a few have served me more than others.

In this article, I’m going to tell you about the 10 most important job skills I’ve obtained in my career. I’ll tell you how those skills served me in my career, and how you can enhance your skill set in these areas.

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Negotiation skills are incredibly valuable, whether you’re negotiating a salary in a new job, or even deliberating with your partner about who’s taking the trash out.

If you’re looking to rev up your negotiation skills, then you likely intend to use them to deliberate with a potential new employer. However, your negotiation skills can serve you in many aspects of your life.

In today’s competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to have strong negotiation skills. Whether you’re negotiating your salary, benefits, or other terms of employment, you’ll want to come prepared.

In this article, I’ll share some simple ways you can use negotiation skills in your career, but in other ways as well. I’ll also tell you some of the key negotiation skills I’ve used to succeed in my interviews and in new hire conversations with employers.

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My career switch began when I started my first business in 2017, but it wasn’t until 2019 that I shifted from a full-time laboratory manager role into a marketing communications role.

To be truthful, it was a tough transition to make, but then again, I’ve never heard of a career switch being perfectly smooth.

Despite the challenge, I knew that the career change was right for me.

In this article, I’ll tell you exactly how I made my career switch. I’ll also share 7 tips from my own learning experiences. These tips will help you make your own career switch, regardless of where you start in your career or where you’d like to end up.

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If professional development matters to you and you’re balancing a chronic illness, you’re in the right place.

It’s not easy to balance a chronic illness with your professional pursuits, but if career advancement matters to you then it’s important to consider your professional development.

So how do you balance your professional and health needs? It’s not an easy balance to achieve, and if you’re anything like me, then you probably have to make frequent adjustments on your journey.

You don’t need to sacrifice your health or your career, but achieving that balance is essential if you dream of advancing your career.

In this article, you’ll get 10 tips you can use on your professional development journey so that you can better balance your chronic illness and your career goals.

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