How do you Take Charge of Your Career?
Are you taking charge of your career? I’ve learned a lot about the subject lately.
I love what I do for a living and am constantly learning from really inspiring people. One of my clients has hired me to speak for their annual conference for the last six years in a row. They have heard all of my speeches, so they asked me to customize a speech for them titled “Taking Charge of Your Career.” I proceeded to track down really successful people in the industry, this one being the foodservice industry, and interview them on how they took charge of their career. I am amazed at how generous people are with their best practices and here are a couple of them.
Dawn Sweeney, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association said; “If you want to take charge of your career, make sure you knock it out of the park in your current job. Don’t neglect your current position while focusing too much on your next job.”
Clarice Turner, SVP of Starbucks said; “Be crystal clear on what your next job is, get that job description, and go get the skills or experience necessary to qualify.”
Kathleen Wood, author of ‘The Best Shift of Your Life’ and past president of Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers said; “Don’t rely on your company for all of your personal development. Take the initiative to read books, attend courses, and webinars, and invest in your own development.”
Debi Benedetti, Executive Coach and Strategist said; “To take charge of your career, take charge of your life.” She talked to me about how people have different passions in different phases in their life and now is the time to focus on leaving a legacy. When a door opens for you, don’t forget to leave it open for others.
I love it! The preparation for my speech is almost complete - I have a few more interviews to do and a practice run with a foodservice company. I guess that means I’m doing whatever it takes to knock it out of the park for my client which means I am taking charge of my career! I hope this helps you get a front-row seat in your career and your life!
Marilyn Sherman
www.MarilynSherman.com
www.FoodserviceFanatic.com
