Did You Add Value to Your Career Today

Did You Add Value to Your Career Today In order to advance in  your career or show improvements on  your resume, you need to make sure that you are constantly trying to  better yourself and your skills. Employers want to see that you will make their company a more profitable place. Whether by  awarding you with a promotion or giving you the job in the first place, you need to show employers the value you offer by doing something to enhance your career on a daily basis. You will be surprised how simple it can be to improve and develop skills, which  may in turn lead them to give you the job or the promotion. Practice: This is simple, but if you continue to practice the skills you already have, then you will become more proficient and they will become more impressive to employers. Networking: This is another simple thing, but  so  very important. You need to make sure that employers know your name so that when promotions come up you are one of the first names that come into their head. Make sure your name is prominent on successful projects, that your initiative to move up the ladder is known, and that you introduce yourself to those attending meetings with you, especially when interacting with the companys executives. Training: Look for training and professional development  opportunities in your  industry that would help you develop new skills or enhance yourcurrent skills. Training by professionals can be a great way to learn and become impressive.   If the training is especially applicable to your job, employers may even pay for part or all of the training. There are so many things  you can do to improve your career and  resume.  If you feel you are not improving, then take the time to ask yourself what you have been doing lately to add value to your career, as well as create a plan  to further your skills and expertise. In todays competitive job market, it is essential that you  show employers the value you add to the company, every single day.