Everyone wants their career to take off so they can be successful. Here are 5 of the best ways to make that happen!

Set goals

Formatting achievable targets is vital for increasing motivation in any career path. Interns/ young professionals should set out a career plan detailing milestones to achieve in a certain amount of time. This should updated and monitored regularly

Expand network of friends

Interns/ young professionals who endeavour to have a broad social network of colleagues who support them whilst providing challenging tasks and feedback will result in a broad social network. Resulting in a wide range of qualities to be called upon if required and is vital in the long term

Find a mentor

Finding a mentor in one’s same industry from which advice and guidance can be sought, as well as assistance in times of need will ensure that there is always another perspective when things aren’t going to plan.

Request further responsibilities

Any young professional who wishes to further his or her career should seek to increase responsibilities wherever possible. This increased involvement and demonstration of enthusiasm and leadership will ensure him or her great strides in achieving success in their chosen career path

Work well within a team

Anyone seeking to achieve career success should demonstrate a willingness and ability to be a good team player and natural leader. This involves always being prepared, voice opinions whilst listening to others and always bearing in mind the end goal of the business

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