With the start of a new year, it’s natural to be thinking about the changes you want to make in both your personal and professional life. The tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions stems from this desire to better ourselves, but do resolutions actually help us reach our career goals?

Experience tells us that resolutions get abandoned pretty quickly. So instead of resolving to make grand changes in the New Year, think about realistic goals for your life and career. Pick one or two of these goals to focus on and break those goals down into measurable steps. Suddenly, your resolutions and your career goals will feel much more attainable.

Here are three tips to help you reach your career goals in 2019!

1. PRACTICE INTROSPECTION

Before you can reach your goals, you have to know what you want out of your career. Ask yourself, am I delivering at work? Am I happy? How is my work-life balance? Am I making the most out of my time? Be honest with yourself. It can be painful, but it will help you identify areas of improvement as well as little things you can do better in the New Year.

2. DO MORE OF WHAT YOU LOVE

While thinking about your career, make a note of the things that you enjoy doing the most at work. It’s a simple truth that we excel when we are doing things we love. Knowing what tasks you enjoy (and don’t enjoy!) can help you figure out what would be the next best step in your career. Once you know what that step should be, you can focus your energy on taking it! 

3. KEEP IT SIMPLE

Modern life can be hectic. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to juggle competing priorities, roles, and obligations. An act as simple as clearing the clutter out of your workspace can help you feel calmer and aid concentration. By making an effort to simplify your environment, you can reduce your stress and focus on the task at hand. 

Are you looking to embark on a new and exciting career in 2019? Find your fit at The Acquistion Group!