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How To Know If You’re On The Right Career Path
Some people feel pressure heading into the new year, feeling guilty over not meeting their expectations for the previous year and harboring concerns about achieving their career goals in 2024.
One of the most frightening prospects is figuring out if you’re on the right path in life and work. There’s always a palpable fear that you’re in the wrong profession. The more time you spend in a dead-end job, the further you fall behind your peers. However, it’s not easy to pivot when you are deep in your career.
This is an opportune time to reflect upon where you are in your work life and gauge how happy you feel. Start taking assessments of your strengths and weaknesses. Pay close attention to whether or not you feel engaged, motivated, fairly compensated and find enjoyment in what you do for a living.
Workers Who Use Artificial Intelligence Are More Likely To Fear That AI May Replace Them
There is a direct correlation between using artificial intelligence and concerns about job security. The more workers leverage generative AI in their jobs, the more likely they fear that automation may replace them. According to a December CNBC SurveyMonkey Workforce survey, 60% of employees who use AI regularly reported they worry about its impact on their jobs. Seventy-two percent of respondents who use the technology recognize that automation significantly increases productivity.
They’re Not Telling You How Bad The Jobs Report Really Is For Americans
If you dig deep into the U.S. Jobs Report, the actual numbers are not nearly as ebullient as the media and government makes it sound. Here are just some of the examples highlighting that the economy and job market isn’t doing as well as the hype.
Our Politicians Are Recklessly Driving Us To Financial Ruin
As of January 2, 2024, the U.S. Treasury's official figure for the debt of the federal government is $34.0 trillion. This is roughly the value of the economies of China, Germany, Japan, India, and the U.K. combined. The overall debt means that each and every American is on the hook for $101,192, because ultimately someone needs to pay off the enormous debts. The U.S. has the world's highest national debt in terms of dollar amount. Our so-called leaders’ profligate spending exceeds its income most years, and the U.S. has not had a budget surplus since 2001.
The Blind Ambition Podcast
Amanda Richardson shares that her career has been a windy journey. She admits that, at times, she didn't have a clear career path and has primarily created opportunities for herself. However, it has paid off, as Amanda was hired to become the CEO of a high-performing startup.
We learn how she became CEO and how a frank conversation with a recruiter proved to be a significant catalyst. Amanda also explains what it's like to interview to become a CEO and even how it feels to lay off your entire team because the startup is shutting down.
Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Here are 10 lessons that can be gleaned from the book:
The power of a burning desire: Hill emphasizes the importance of having a strong desire or goal that drives you to take action and persist through obstacles.
The importance of belief: The book stresses the importance of believing in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals. Hill contends that your thoughts and beliefs will influence your actions and outcomes.
The value of persistence: Hill values the importance of persistence and perseverance in the face of challenges or setbacks.
The power of positive thinking: The book promotes the idea that positive thinking can lead to positive outcomes and encourages readers to focus on the positive aspects of their lives.
The importance of planning: Success requires careful planning and preparation, and that setting clear goals and developing a plan of action can help you achieve your desired outcomes.
The power of self-discipline: Self-discipline, self-control, cultivating good habits and discarding bad ones is the key to succeeding in work and life.
The value of specialized knowledge: Acquiring specialized knowledge in a particular field can give you a competitive advantage by becoming an expert in your space and dramatically increases the likelihood of succeeding in your job and career.
The importance of taking action: You can't just think or talk about making a change in your job and career. The book emphasizes the importance of taking bold actions and putting your plans into practice, rather than simply thinking about them.
The power of association: You need to surround yourself with successful and positive people as they can help you achieve your goals and improve your mindset.
The importance of faith: The book promotes the idea that having faith in yourself, your goals and a higher power can give you the strength and courage to overcome obstacles and achieve success.
How To Get A Job In Tough Times: All The Advice You Need To Succeed From A Top Executive Recruiter
There’s an old saying, “Tough times make tough people.” In this book, Jack Kelly will help guide you every step of the way in your job search to ensure that you stay strong, resilient and positive, and get that great, new job.
Man's Search For Meaning by Viktor Frankl
This powerful book explores the author's experiences as a concentration camp inmate during the Holocaust and his subsequent development of logotherapy, a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes finding meaning and purpose in life.
Here are 10 lessons that can be gleaned from the book:
Human beings have a fundamental need for meaning and purpose in their lives.
Even in the most extreme circumstances, individuals can find meaning and purpose in their lives.
A positive attitude and a sense of humor can help individuals cope with even the most difficult situations.
The ability to choose one's own attitude in any given situation is a powerful tool for personal growth and self-improvement.
Adversity and suffering can be transformed into opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery.
Love and human connection are essential to a fulfilling life.
The pursuit of happiness as an end goal can actually lead to greater unhappiness, whereas finding meaning and purpose in one's life can lead to a more fulfilling existence.
Helping others can provide a sense of purpose and meaning in life.
Forgiveness and letting go of resentment can lead to greater personal growth and a more fulfilling life.
Ultimately, the meaning of life is something that each individual must discover for themselves.
Let’s Go Live With Jack Kelly
You may think that a hiring manager just wants you to tout your work experience and education and list off your current responsibilities. However, to be successful in the job interview, you must bring so much more to the table.
In this LinkedIn Live, we will get inside of the minds of hiring managers and I will divulge what they really want to hear from you in the interview process.