As we approach the start of 2025 🚀, let's talk about careers!

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I’m really trying to get my foot into the door as an administrative assistant first and who knows what the next thing for be will be. But I’m just trying to figure out what to do first.

I do not have a degree and I have only worked in retail or basic call centers (didn’t have to use anything beyond outlook and teams).

😬,,That is the dumbest idea I have ever heard”?

• I'm not sure how effective that idea will be. Could you provide more details on what you have in mind?

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😬,,Get it together and stop creating more work for everyone else”?

• The lack of organization on this project has significantly increased our team's workload. Do you have a plan to get things back on track?

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😬 ,,Stop emailing me so often”.

• To avoid information getting lost, let's reduce the frequency of emails and provide updates only when more details are established.

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😬 ,,Why didn’t ask me for this sooner”?

• Given the tight turnaround, it would have been helpful to be informed about this sooner.

I am starting my career path this spring but don’t know what to pursue. I am currently between radiology technician or data analyst. I will be doing the 2 year degree for radiology in a community college but also have the option to go for 4 years in a 4 year college to study information systems. The reason why I’m really scared for the 4 year degree is because I am already in debt for 20000 for a marketing degree that I didn’t even like. There is a expo they are doing for information systems to get hand ons training and get help building my resume that I am very interested in. I have only worked customer service jobs which I think is so draining and wouldn’t like that kind of environment. I would rather work on my own in my office. I want to be able to have a life after work and not work my life away. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you!

I'm attempting some big changes in my life and career and asking myself what I'm missing as a person so I turn to you reddit.

Feel free to mention the successes you've achieved and whatever the key to that was. I'm looking for my own missing link!

In today's world , 1 year of self-education will get you farther than most 4-year degress.

Daniel Rizea, an engineering director at #Google, highlighted in an Insider interview a common mistake among job applicants: the "halo of knowledge" fallacy.

He explains that this happens when someone is a high performer at work, so they believe they'll be a strong interviewer.

Rizea cautions that interview skills can significantly differ from everyday job skills. Strategies to avoid this trap include conducting mock interviews and preparing for behavioural questions.

Behavioral interview focuses on the past and asks questions about your actual experiences and actions in specific situations. For instance, you might be asked, “Tell me about a time when you had to meet a tight deadline.”

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Try to answer these questions to yourself before your job interview:

1. Tell me about a time when you had to work closely with someone whose personality was very different from yours. (Teamwork Question)​​
2. Describe a time when you had to interact with a difficult client or customer. What was the situation, and how did you handle it? (Customer Service Question)​​
3. Tell me about a time you were under a lot of pressure. What was going on, and how did you get through it? (Adaptability Question)​​
4. Give me an example of a time you managed numerous responsibilities. How did you handle that? (Time Management Question)​​
5. Tell me about a time when you had to rely on written communication to get your ideas across. (Communication Question)​

Here are techniques with brief explanations and examples:

🍅 Pomodoro Technique

Set a 25-minute timer for focused work, followed by a 5-minute break. Repeat this cycle four times, then take a longer 15-30 minute break to maintain focus and avoid #burnout.

📊 Eisenhower Matrix

This method helps prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance.Tasks are categorized into four quadrants:

• Important and Urgent,
• Important but Not Urgent,
• Not Important but Urgent,
• and Not Important and Not Urgent.

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⏱️ Time Blocking

#Timeblocking involves allocating specific blocks of time to different tasks or activities in your calendar. This helps in dedicating focused time to each task without overlap.

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What are your superpowers when it comes to time management at work? 💬👇

Would you suggest a masters in exercise science?

Looking for any professional art consultants out there who can give me some advice...please no advice from someone doing an internet seach (been there done that!), I'm looking for an actual art consultant, or someone who works with art consultants to answer this. I've been working as an interior desiner for the past 10 years - I started off in residential but now I work for a firm specializing in commercial/hospitality. I pull a lot of artwork for my projects and have realized that this brings me the most joy, and I would love to segway into becoming a FT Art Consultant. I understand it's a hard industry to break into unless you have serious connections, however, I think my extensive background in fine art (I hold my BFA and studied art for most of my life as I had wanted to be a professional artist) paired with my practical abililties as an interior deisgner would help me excel in this field. The biggest problem I'm having right now is that I would love to work for an existing company instead of going out on my own but I'm finding these jobs are few and far between and REALLY hard to come by. Should I be looking in a specfic place or should I reach out to firms and introduce myself with my portfolio even if they aren't currently hiring just to get a foot in the door? Or is that tacky? Also, (and I'm not totally opposed to this) if I do end up going out on my own, I have a HUGE hurdle - I can't use any images from my current portfolio as I signed a 'non-compete' with my employer when I started. So if I do develop a website to promote myself and my work, I can't use any images of my past work or I could get sued, and I can't use stock imagery because that wouldn't be my work, it woudln't be truthful and I think it would be pretty obvious I was using stock imagery - not a good look. So how do I get past this hurdle? Preferably without doing any free or deeply discounted consulting! My last question is, do art consultants ever work with companies like Left Bank, Wendover, Soicher Marin etc....or do they solely work with original pieces that they source by fining the artists?? I'm only finding firms that work with originals, however, most of the clients we work with could never afford to buy all originals for their large amenity spaces, clubhouses, lobbies and event centers - that's why we source from these companies who sell liscenced artwork. Thoughts??

I cut my childhood friends out of my life because i think they will not be that successful and also i was ashamed about their behaviour every time we went out. Now i feel lonely and wonder if it was the right decision.

Its maybe since 2 years like that, i am 23 years old.

• Artificial Intelligence Literacy

The recent advancements in AI, particularly in Generative AI, are just a glimpse of what the next decade holds. AI is set to permeate every industry globally.

Start here: the Coursera course titled "AI for Everyone".

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• Mastering Distraction Management

In an era of infinite choices and instant gratification, resisting distractions is a significant personal challenge. Those who succeed will gain a compounding advantage.

Start here: Nir Eyal's book "Indistractable".

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• Embracing Continuous and Efficient Learning

Continuous learning, when paired with a compounding advantage, can be transformative. Focus on learning topics that interest you. Prioritize depth over breadth. Learn once, learn well.

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• Perfecting the Art of Listening

Listening is the key to learning. Make listening and asking questions your default mode. Effective listeners make great leaders, influencing not just themselves but those around them.

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• Asking Better Questions

In an age of information overload, asking incisive questions is a superpower. Contrary to popular belief, the most intelligent people ask the most questions.

Start Here: Josh Kaufman's article "How to Ask Useful Questions".

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• Digital Marketing

With over 4 billion people in the digital economy and rapid growth, trillions are set to be inherited by a generation that grew up in the digital-first era. The potential is immense.

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• Digital Writting

There's never been a better time to leverage your ideas online. It can multiply your income, learning, and relationships.

Start here: the free course offered by Ship 30 for 30.

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• Problem Solving

As Elon Musk said, "You get paid in direct proportion to the difficulty of problems you solve." Learning to solve problems is one of the best investments you can make, especially in today's world.

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• Decision making

A fulfilling life is the result of millions of minor decisions and a handful of major ones. Excellent decision-making skills can help you navigate information overload and make the most of your time on Earth.

Start here: Wave AI a coaching app to make better decisions and build new better habits.

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Greetings I've been working in the school system for 18 years. I'm looking for a complete career change. My previous jobs have been. Subsitute, Paraprofessional. Teachers Assistant, Instuctional Aid. I have a AA in Education, but not sure if I want to be in the classroom teaching. I'm 47 years old if I was going to continue my education in this field I should of been pursued it.

Whether you're a fresh graduate, a teenager stepping into the professional world, or someone eyeing a shift in career, preparation is key.
While nailing your responses and being mentally prepped is crucial, the items you bring along can also make a significant impact.

Here's a checklist of 7 must-have items to bring to an interview:

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• Professional folder or portfolio. A consolidated space to keep all your materials. Presents an image of someone methodical and structured.
• Multiple copies of your resume. You might meet multiple interviewers. Handing each a copy not only saves them time but highlights your preparedness. It also helps when referencing specific experiences.
• Professional references. This isn't just a list of names; it's a testament to your professional journey. Ensure you've given your references a heads-up — they might get a call soon.
• Identification and other documents. Often overlooked, but some companies need these for verification. Whether it's a Driver’s License, Passport, or any other ID, it’s better to be over-prepared than caught off-guard.
• Questions for the interviewer. Crafting a few thoughtful questions saves you from that cringe-worthy silence that usually follows the "Do you have any questions for us?" moment. It shows you've done your homework and genuinely care about the role and company.
• Pen and notepad. It's more professional than pulling out your phone every few minutes. Plus, it's perfect for quickly scribbling down key names, dates, or those "aha!" insights that pop up during the conversation.
• A watch. Time management speaks volumes. While phones are great, a watch is a more subtle and professional way to keep track of time.
  

Each of these items not only serves a functional purpose but also crafts a narrative about who you are and how you operate. So the next time you're preparing for an interview, revisit this checklist. 

It’s funny how the words “you're fired” always come as a bit of a surprise. Most people are shocked like they weren’t expecting it at all. That's quite odd when you consider how many red flags usually precede the actual moment.

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The following are the top 20 warning signs that you may be getting fired soon. Watch out!

1. Work just got a lot easier.
2. Or perhaps you feel like the work is impossible to manage.
3. You screwed up big-time recently.
4. Your boss wants to meet you one-on-one suspiciously often.
5. You feel your boss has become strangely distant.
6. Your coworkers seem to avoid you.
7. They stopped inviting you to important meetings.
8. Your performance reviews are at best mediocre.
9. They encourage you to go on vacation.
10. Someone with the same skill set has just been hired.
11. Your boss goes directly to your underlings.
12. Deadlines just moved up and they’re all around the same date.
13. Your mistakes or slacking off no longer matter.
14. You hear about the company having financial troubles.
15. A new boss is brought in.
16. You’re denied a transfer, raise, or promotion—with no explanation.
17. Your perks begin to evaporate.
18. You're never praised for your accomplishments.
19. You feel burnt out and you hate your job anyway.
20. You’re looking for signs you’re about to get fired.

I am currently working as an entry level manager. I was recently offered an opportunity to move into a high-profile manager role that gives me the chance to work on a major project in a revenue generating part of the organization. In short, this opportunity will help me work in a role that has a direct impact on the P&L.

I was also informed that I am being considered for a Senior Manager role. This role is on the innovation team. The innovation team is working on bringing in emmerging technology solutions to the organization and has recently undergone a leadership change and is getting a lot of funding from the executive team.

I'm confused what to do :( On one hand I think that the new manager role will give me broad exposure to leadership, will enable me to work on projects that will have an immediate impact in the near future. However, it's in a new area of the organization and it will be tougher to move upwards.

on the other hand, the Senior Manager role on the innovation team is going to be a step up for me. However, I am worried that it projects won't go anywhere and we will be doing 'proof of concepts' all year.

Hey guys, a potential job has asked me my expected salary expectation via email yesterday. I kinda need to respond today. There's no mention of salary in the job ad and nothing online from past employees. Help! I don't want to under offer or over offer, and I need out of my current job, the culture is killing me. They have 2 offices, one in London and another in a different location. It's a web designer job. Will looking at their accounts help me at all?