(And yes, I promise they will change your life.)
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Most of the time, good is more than enough (You don't need to find the perfect solution.)
Learn to balance constraints and know where and when to compromise.
A good approach is to always start with "no", and move slowly from there.
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If you get stuck, ask for help.
Don't spin your wheels indefinitely trying to solve a problem that can be easily solved by someone else.
Know when you should keep trying, and when to stop and ask.
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You shouldn't only work on your verbal and writing skills, but you should learn how to properly communicate at every level with people around you.
(Also, being able to clearly explain a problem and/or a solution is an incredibly useful asset.)
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Eventually, you are going to be criticized by the mistakes you made.
Understand the value of the criticism and learn how to get the best out of it. Use this opportunity as a learning experience and shape yourself based on it.
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When calling out somebody because of a mistake, focus the problem in a constructive way, and communicate it clearly.
Be kind, direct, factual, and offer positive suggestions to overcome the situation.
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Learn the value of every task on your plate and prioritize accordingly.
As human beings, our natural instinct is to work on what's more fun or give us the least amount of trouble, but that's not necessarily the right order.
Flight this urge.
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Learn all about learning.
Learn how to become better at what you do and how to become better at what you are not doing yet.
There's an incredible value on a professional that knows how to improve their skillset.
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Every day, all around you, there are multiple opportunities for you to delegate.
Learn how to tackle the tasks where you are going to provide real value and delegate the rest.
(No, you do not need to be in a managerial position to delegate.)
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No person is an island.
Everything you learn, share with everybody else.
Blog, email people, whiteboard things in front of your team, and find ways to spread your knowledge with everyone.
(Yes, tweeting also works!)
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Learn how to properly communicate and collaborate with your team.
Key question: "How can I support them better?"
Find a role within the group and leverage your strengths. Be a leader in your area and motivate others to do the same.
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I know they say "focus on one thing at the time." 👍 Reality is more difficult 🤷♂️.
You'll have to do several things at once!
Learn how to alternate tasks appropriately, and decide how much time to give your entire attention to specific tasks.
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You're very good at something *today*. Yes, you!
Improve on it, share your knowledge, delegate to others, and be a leader in that area.
You can be one!
(Leading has nothing to do with titles, salaries, or positions.)
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Your word is your best asset, so once you set a date, don't miss it.
If you are gonna be consistent on a single thing throughout your career, make it this one: learn how to commit and meet deadlines.
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Motivating those around you is a very valuable skill.
If you are the one sparking the fire and then keeping it alive, everyone will want to stay close to you.
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Being proactive means being able to anticipate what's coming and react accordingly before it actually happens.
Don't wait until somebody asks. Don't wait for the problem to become a problem.
Be first and get on top of things.
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Make sure you cover all your basis.
Think two steps ahead and don't give half-finished solutions when you have the time to do better than that.
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