11 Career Tips for Millennials

Most college graduates are looking for the best way to build their careers. Some may find themselves shifting careers once to twice, because they believe that following an unconventional path is the way to success.

Here are some practical tips for young professionals building their careers:

1. Always show gratitude. A gracious way to live is to start by always saying gratitude. Even a little act of kindness from a colleague must be reciprocated thru email or text, or by simply saying Thank You while smiling. A simple handwritten card can go a long way, even if it’s old fashioned.

2. Remember this, too, shall pass. This is something very useful to remember most of the time. It is a very humbling experience to always think that whenever something good or something bad happens, it will soon pass. Be grateful when things are good. And be grateful for the things that are good when other things are crumbling around you.

3. Never expect someone else to support your interests or meddle with your own life decisions. The bottom line is that you know yourself and you know what’s best for you. Other people can help you but you need to make good decisions based on your judgement.

4. Maintain your professional reputation. Instead of burning bridges with your colleague, you should be able to cultivate your past relationships to your colleagues. Sooner or later you can cross paths with them.

5. Remember three positive things that happened to you during the day, every night before you sleep. This good habit is one of the many proven ways to attract success.

6. Be confident. You have to be confident with the skin you’re in. It will spur the same confidence others will have in you.

7. Surround yourself with the right people. The best people to be around are people who bring out the best in you, nurtures and encourages you.

8. Be generous with yourself. Do not take yourself for granted but always be practical. Take your health seriously.

9. Understand that job interviews are a two-way street. Remember that companies don’t just choose you, you also choose them. You should consider if there’s an opportunity for career growth.

10. Mistakes can be gifts. Don’t be afraid to make them. Just try not to make the same one twice.

11. Be your true self. Avoid making decisions out of peer pressure. Be yourself and be confident with your own decisions.

Do you know other helpful career tips for millenials? Do share in the comments below.

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