While that may be true in the world of gambling and other luck-dominated activities, you should tread carefully when it comes to taking risks that have a direct impact on your career. In fact, there are some risks that you should not take at all. Read on.
1.Trading your reputation.
If you're facing a choice in your career, assess what's really at risk. Not all chances are created equal. You can afford to take bigger risks with some relationships or a job title that will soon be forgotten, says executive coach Dennis J. O'Neill. But risking your integrity or reputation in your industry could cause permanent damage to your career.
2. Quitting on bad terms and burning bridges.
It's best to stay on good terms ex-coworkers and bosses. You never know when you may need them again.
3. Being complacent.
Don't become complacent in your current position. Some of us are lucky enough to land our dream jobs immediately after we finish our undergraduate degrees. Sure, landing a dream job is a lifetime opportunity, and you can be forgiven for getting too comfortable in the position. So comfy that you forget to engage in professional development activities such as attending workshops and pursuing advanced qualifications.
4. Rushing for the door
Even if your boss is a pain or your job is horrible, take a moment before you walk out, says career coach Jon Le Breton - yes, even when you really hate it. While it might feel good to start applying for jobs, doing so without a plan will make it hard to find one that's a good fit and a good next step in your career.
5. Never outshine nor badmouth the boss.
That is the first law of power and one that, if applied accordingly, can grow your career. It takes hard work to become the boss, and once you get there, you will do all you can to remain in the position, including fighting off potential challengers. This is what will happen if you try acting smarter than your boss. Saying something negative about the boss to the wrong person can be the highest form of self-sabotage.
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