Are you one of the millennials? The millennial, a term coined by historian and demographer Neil Howe, are the generation born from 1980-2000. According to him, each generation shares certain experiences that ingrain a view of the world that is unique from the generations before and after. For millennials to be successful, good career choices are extremely important. The skills acquired as well the network you build will open doors towards your success.
Here are ten best work advice every millennial should consider for a successful career:
1. Work for something you are passionate about that even if you're fired, you would still want to do it. Doesn't just work for the sake of catching up your bills coz definitely you won't last long in the company if the only thing you're after is monetary compensation.
2. Sharing and socializing is equivalent to success. Allot a portion of your time networking. Don't limit your time looking at your smart phones and laptops. Go out and meet people, learn to develop your soft skills.
3. Never give up on your ideas and never listen to people belittling your ideas.
4. Master you r job immediately. The quicker you make an impact by mastering you job, the more support and attention you will get.
5. Work for a purpose. Evaluate and constantly remind yourself the importance of what you do to others.
6. Take risks and take it often. Nobody ever get to do something great while staying in their comfort zone.
7. Work smart, but don't forget to work hard too.
8. Take advantage of technology. Create your own personal website with details of your work and accomplishments. This will make it easier for you to refer others to the type of work you do.
9. Learn as much as you can. Whether by travelling and learning about other cultures or immersing yourself in biographies and self-help books, knowledge is always considered as an advantage.
10. Find a mentor and not just any mentor, choose the one whose lifestyle you want to emulate.
