Simbiat Bakare
Being a newbie at your workplace requires you to go the extra mile to show your skills and what value you’ll be adding to the company. While 11 million young people graduate from higher institutions every year according to Junior Achievement Africa, only 3 million jobs are created, and this makes the job market really competitive.
We’ve come up with five ways to stand out as a boss lady in your new workplace.
Build Up Your Confidence
Having a good measure of confidence in your abilities can set you apart from others. When the opportunity comes to speak about your work or the value that you can bring to the organisation, speak up. Be Curious. Ask Questions. Confidence also grows from a positive mindset so always remember your past experience and success will come in handy.
Be Tech-Savvy
By now you already know that the world is driven by tech and that won’t change anytime soon. Most businesses leverage technology to stand out and so should you as an individual. While you may not have all the requisite tech skills for the 21st workplace, it is essential for you to be ready to embrace or use new technology. You can teach yourself how to stay relevant in today’s digital environment with PMI’s Citizen Developer.
Go the Extra Mile
The workplace is demanding and sometimes, you may need to take off your heels and do some running around to get your job done or meet tight deadlines. You will be more respected if you deliver more than is expected of you so use every opportunity to show your dedication and passion for your job. Volunteer to take up more strategic tasks that would make you visible. Be flexible and always ready to learn new things. Be empathetic and learn to understand and manage your boss or line manager’s emotions. Start a project. Be a project leader.
Be a Team Player
Team players are recognised for being dependable, flexible, and cooperative. Listen and speak up and contribute during meetings. You should be willing to absorb, understand and consider other people’s viewpoints and receive criticism without being defensive.
Personal Growth
As you focus on your strengths, it is also necessary to seek out opportunities to upskill in order to build competencies. As a new employee, you can tap into your workplace skills development programs to upskill. You can develop your skills set by securing the Certified Associate Project Management (CAPM®) credential, it is a proven way to demonstrate that you have the experience, education, and competency to successfully lead and direct projects.
Register at Project Management Institute to enjoy a high level of credibility from Project Managers, certification holders, employers, and friends. To get started, you will need only a high school diploma or its equivalent.
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