Find what skills are in high demand within your space, and hone in on mastering them. There are online courses for nearly everything. If you’d like to learn a different way, read articles, books and attend talks relevant to your job and the direction you’re heading in.
Networking
Start building a network of like-minded, success-oriented people. Connect with professionals in your industry or the field you want to pursue, join professional organizations and participate in online forums and groups. Cultivating these relationships will help you gain access to jobs and opportunities. Seek out mentors who are experienced, well-respected leaders in your space. They can provide invaluable lessons from their career journey and insights to help you navigate the challenges of your career.
Advance Within Your Company
Make the best of it while you’re still in your current role. Look for ways to take on more responsibility at work or volunteer for projects that will allow you to gain new skills and experience. Start mastering artificial intelligence to get ahead of the crowd. If you are up for the challenge, there are no- or low-code sites that can help you learn how to code without having to be a Meta software engineer.
Act As If
Act as if you are already where you want to be. Talk and act like a leader. Reach out to help co-workers, happily take on complex tasks and make your boss look good without being a sycophant. Every day, show up early and work late, as you want to gain traction immediately.
