Your Biggest Career Mistakes - And What You Learned From Them (The Wall Street Journal) Flashcards
What’s more important, credentials or soft skills?
Soft skills!
“My superiors had fewer credentials than I had, but were so much better at everything else […] their insights, acumen and soft skills made all the difference.”
Should you take the counteroffer?
No, foolishly taking a salary for a job that will never provide an opportunity to advance is the worse you can do.
It isn’t all about the money!
Why is it important to call attention to yourself?
Because you won’t be promoted otherwise!
You need to promote the heck out of yourself, as a “master of self-promotion”, and an advocate on your own behalf.
Why is it important to be patient and empathetic when operational problems come about your company?
Because you want a stable resume!
Try to put yourself in your managers’ shoes, and don’t jump on the bandwagon of complaints.
Engage in constant self-examination.
What does it mean when you feel comfortable for a job?
Likely, that you have outgrown the position and it is no longer challenging.
Why is anger and bad emotion toward your boss harmful?
In fact, it is harmful to you!
It isn’t personal, it is BUSINESS.
Is fear a legitimate excuse?
No! Fear is a bad excuse.
If you want to break out of a career rut, you have to take a chance.
Should you negotiate your salary?
Yes! Ask for what you are worth.
Should you ask for help?
Yes, set aside your pride and tell someone at the top what is going on, even if it is difficult.
What gets you to the leadership position, and what keeps you there?
Being a team player gets you promoted to leadership roles, while staying a team player is what keeps you there.
Should you be a dreamer?
Nope, you got to set realistic expectations for yourself.
