"Success usually comes to those who are too busy looking for it."
It may not be the most straightforward quote to live by, but it's hard to deny that success often comes for those too busy looking for it. How does this work exactly? Read on for some tips.
1) Keep your eyes peeled for opportunities as you go about your day, and when you get a chance, take a step back and look at the bigger picture. Consider what skills you have that can help in different areas of need and how likely you would be able to succeed at them.
2) Realize that success doesn't always mean having millions in the bank or a title at your office. In today's economy, you may be forced to consider what job you would take if you didn't have a better one waiting for you.
3) Figure out what skills people value in the workplace, and try to learn them. Take up hobbies or other interests outside of work that will help you feel fulfilled and successful. These may become the skills that help you get ahead when the time comes.
4) Keep your mind open to opportunities, even if they aren't what you had in mind originally. If a chance comes up for you to do something that looks interesting, take it to try it out and possibly expand your skills.
5) Keep your eyes open for signs of things changing around you. If your boss is in a bad mood, maybe it's time to get along better. If the economy around you is taking a turn for the worst, brainstorm some ways you can change what you're doing so that you don't get caught in the same situation.
6) Just because your boss or someone else tries to get something out of you doesn't mean they have ulterior motives. Keep a level head and give things an honest shot instead of jumping to conclusions based on assumptions.
7) Sometimes, it takes more than one try! It doesn't always work out right away when you put yourself out there and try new things, but if you keep trying, eventually, success will come.
8) Don't be afraid to ask for extra responsibilities from your boss. Different tasks can help you gain new skills and get noticed by the right people. Ask for a new challenge in a job you're working hard to hold onto or volunteer for projects that interest you outside of work.
9) Take advantage of opportunities to learn from other people's successes and mistakes. If there's someone who has been where they are longer than you, ask them if they could give you an assessment of what they wish they had known when they were starting like you are now.
10) Stay humble so that others will continue to see value in your skills and advice. If people constantly tell you that you're doing a great job, they may be just trying to take advantage of your confidence. While it's okay to pat yourself on the back once in a while, you should also be open to honest criticism.
11) Don't give up! If something doesn't work out right away, that doesn't mean it won't ever happen. If you have any tips for getting ahead and being successful, please share them below!
CONCLUSION
Success doesn't always come to those too busy looking for it. Sometimes success is thrust upon you, and you need to take advantage of it; when that isn't the case, be patient, and you will find success one day.