The new year is notorious for resolutions to reach goals and achieve dreams. If opportunity knocks, are you ready to answer? Are you prepared to “walk” in your new success? By focusing your mindset on the opportunity, you can better prepare and stay ready for whatever is next in 2025.
In the Bridge to Self-Sufficiency program we discuss why it is better to stay ready. By tracking your own success and contributions, you are better prepared for when opportunity knocks. Here’s what to do to stay ready for career opportunities:
Every Six Months
Review and document your own performance and contributions at work. This is a great way to prepare for annual performance reviews, to justify desired raises or promotions. Ask yourself, “How have I contributed at work?”
Update your resume–whether you are currently seeking other employment or not. If you desire a promotion or new opportunity, it is far better to operate in a “when” versus “if” it happens mindset. If you “want” an opportunity, you are unsure. If you “expect” it, you are ready to receive it. Expect a request for your resume and stay ready.
