PART I

HOW TO RECOGNISE AND ELIMINATE

OBSTRUCTIVE CAREER MISCONCEPTIONS 20

MISCONCEPTION NO. 1

— “I Wish I Had An Ideal Job” 21

MISCONCEPTION NO. 2

— “I am Satisfied With My Present Position” 23

MISCONCEPTION NO. 3

— “My Job Was A Big Favour” 24

MISCONCEPTION NO. 4

— “Career Success Is By Chance” 25

PART II

HOW TO EMPOWER YOURSELF FOR

CAREER DISTINCTION 28

Do What You Love 29

Set Worthwhile Career Goals 30

Develop The Right Attitude 33

Thoroughly Understand Your Job 35

Be Creative 37

Seek Counsel 39

Get Organised 40

Sharpen Your Communication Skills 44

Sell Yourself 51

Act Successful 54

Be Patient And Persistent 55

Be Alert To Opportunities and Ideas 56

PART III

HOW TO BECOME AN INDISPENSABLE WORKER 60

Be Ready To Excel Beyond Expectations 61

Work As If You Own The Company 63

Volunteer For Special Assignments 63

Prepare Adequately For Meetings 64

Be A Worthy Ambassador Of Your Organisation 65

Be An In-House Expert 66

Develop ‘Generalist’ Skills 67

Win Customers 68

PART IV

HOW TO EFFECTIVELY MANAGE YOUR BOSS 70

Be Thoroughly Committed to Working Hard 71

Display Similar Efficient Work Styles 72

Volunteer for Extra Work 73

Update Your Boss 74

Be A Problem Solver 74

Take The Initiative 75

Be Productive 76

Never Argue With Your Boss 77

Admit Mistakes And Take Corrective Action 78

Get Personal 80