Setting up for success in 2024
Thrive Global founder and CEO, Arianna Huffington, sums it up perfectly: "Resilience is not a luxury. It's the foundation of being able to thrive in times of crisis, change and transition like the ones we're living through now. When we don't tap into our resilience, it's easy to give in to cynicism, resignation and despair.
From restrictions to lockdowns, redundancies, and the restructuring of workplaces (to name a few), we have all had to bounce back on more than one occasion throughout the past couple of years. The global pandemic has thrown a massive spanner in the works leaving people questioning their career aspirations and job security. The hiring and job market is starting to change as many people assess their transferable skills and consider completely new industries.
With 2023 on the wind down, we have put together some tips to help you wrap up so that you can properly clock off and enjoy a well-deserved break.
Write two to-do lists:
1. What do you want to achieve before your last day in the office
2. What do you want to accomplish during your first week back in the office
Properly reflect on your current work situation
- Are you happy in your role?
- Are you ready for a complete change of career?
- What are your needs and wants?
Reality check!
The traditional working environment is becoming a thing of the past. Our Director Carlie attended a webinar covering the transition into a hybrid workplace, and a whopping 92% of people surveyed are now adopting a WFH / hybrid work environment post-lockdown. When determining exactly what you are looking for in a new role, it is crucial to understand the difference between 'work from home' and 'flexible working.'
Work From Home
Working remotely away from a designated office; ultimately, the freedom to work from any location
Flexible Working
A way of working that suits an employee's needs, e.g. being able to work a day or two from home, having the flexibility to start late or finish early to work around appointments or commitments – having the option to change your working hours/arrangements week to week based on your needs
Switch off
Put that out of office on both your email and voicemail so you can have a clean break. It's been a big year, and most clients we have spoken to haven't taken their regular periods of leave, so make the holiday period by completely switching off.
Learning & Development
If you are looking to get into Real Estate Sales in the New Year, a fantastic resource we recommend is 'The Complete 90 Day Real Estate Sales Induction Program' by Realtair.
It is an induction program that includes a comprehensive training guide covering everything you need to know to embark on a successful career as a professional sales agent.
Setting up for career success coming into the new year
- Put together a list of realistic goals for both your work (5) and personal life (5)
- Get in touch with a recruiter to discuss potential opportunities for the new year, use the holiday period to reflect and switch off, then come into the new year all guns blazing, ready to make that move
- Refresh your CV
CV tips:
1. Please keep it to 3 pages
2. Keep your jobs in chronological order
3. Avoid 'fluffy' words – sell your skills and practical experience
Interview tips:
1. Research the company thoroughly
2. Make sure you are neatly presented
3. Ask questions to show your genuine interest in the role.
