5 Ways You Can Get a Better Career Without Changing Jobs

By Steph Tortogo | Jan 08, 2016 11:10 AM EST

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Why do people want to switch jobs? Better pay, benefits, and greater developments for their career, mabye? Let's be real here. The reasons are endless. Here are some tips for career betterment without having to change jobs all the time.

1. Check to see if there is another position within the company that you feel would suit you better. Having a better career doesn't mean that you have to leave your current place. Always remind yourself that there are a ton of other roles that you could play without having to switch companies. All you have to do is ask, be open, and never lose the patience.

2. Another way to succeed in your current job is to find someone that could guide you through situations. It is okay to admit that you don't know everything and asking for help and advice from a potential mentor who will allow you to stretch yourself professionally will definitely help. Don't be afraid to share your weak points to your 'mentor' and welcome constructive criticism. 

3. Success begets success. Lead by example and show appreciation for someone's effort whenever you see fit. Congratulate your workmate for the promotion, or even just for simply not messing up their presentation. Attract positive energgy at all times. Success is for the people who are aware of a job well done.

4. Don't limit yourself to what you already know. Ask around the workplace if there are training programs within the company, or maybe outside, that you could enroll in which would help you improve in certain aspects that will aso be helpful to your profession.

5. Don't be a stranger to your boss. Grab a coffee with them, say yes to luncheon invitations and more importantly, ask questions. Engaging yourself in a conversation with someone who knows the depth of your profession is an opportunity that not everyone gets the chance to experience. So get out there and unload some work-related issues that baffle your mind to the person who knows exactly what this is all about.   

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