Career choices can be exhausting. It’s so hard to figure out if we’re getting it right. These professionals are sharing the advice that totally changed their lives and some of it hits hard:
1."Your voice is your career's compass; don't be scared to speak your aspirations, as those who can support you won't know what you want unless they're voiced. Don't be afraid to stay true to you, know your worth, and at all costs protect your vibe!"
2."It's important to know your strengths and weaknesses and delegate the tasks that take too much of your time. Focus on the things you are good at, and don't feel ashamed of the stuff you haven't mastered. You can't be a pro at everything. Your time is worth an amount of dollars you can set and focusing on what you do best leaves space to maximize your potential."
3."I think the one thing that struck me the most was always to see people I surrounded myself with — and I’m talking about Forbes-listed billionaires, A-listers, and top athletes — never seem to settle to believe that they achieved what they wanted to. There's always a sense of belief that they can get better and be more successful. There’s a quote by Richard Bach I live by, and that was given to me on a piece of paper by my mother: 'You're never given a dream without also being given the power to make it true. Nothing good is a miracle, nothing lovely is a dream.' The only thing that shatters dreams is compromise. And whenever I make a mistake in business, my mentor says, 'It’s a lesson, not a mistake.'"
4."My advice is less a piece of advice and more of a reminder. It’s that you alone are the only person responsible for your career. Your success, in whatever form that takes, is your responsibility, and the faster you accept this, the faster you’ll get to where you want to be. This means doing the work. It means honing your skills. Asking the questions. Doing the digging. Arming yourself with the information you need to figure out whether you’re being paid fairly and valued properly".
5."The struggle is the reward, embrace it."
6."I would say the advice that's helped me the most is TALK to people and build authentic relationships. Learning never stops, but if you don't start connecting with people, your career will be short-lived. Your reputation lies with people. So talk, listen, and ask all the questions you need to help you excel."
7."Keep learning and improving. Skills change; staying curious helps you stay ahead."
8."The advice that worked for me is to pay attention to what you truly enjoy and be ready to pivot — whether that’s shifting your niche, adapting to industry trends, or how you work. Staying flexible and evolving with my passions has allowed me to grow, stay relevant, and continue doing work that fulfills me."
9."This was a game changer: never wait to say no. Your mind and emotions should be under your control, not your employers."
10."'Tough times don't last, but tough people do.' I remember this when I need some motivation to keep pushing."
Whatever career path you take, there are going to be ups and downs. Listen to the advice that resonates with you and your journey. And of course, pass along any wisdom you figure out for yourself along the way. You never know who may need it.
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