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Erika
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New York, New York
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What's going to make me stand out from the rest?
What could I do to stand out amongst the many others going into my career?
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Darya Tsitova
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Grodno, Hrodna Region, Belarus
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Darya’s Answer
Hi, Erika! Standing out in your career requires a combination of skills, personal branding, and interpersonal qualities. Here are several strategies that can help you differentiate yourself.
1. Develop a unique skill set.
Identify a niche area within your field that you're passionate about, and become an expert in it. This could involve advanced training, certifications, or gaining experience in a specialized area.
2. Build a strong personal brand.
Create a professional online presence through platforms like linkedin or a personal website. Share insights, articles, and showcases of your work to establish yourself as a knowledgeable voice in your field.
3. Networking.
Cultivate relationships with professionals in your industry. Attend industry events, join professional organizations, and engage in online forums to connect and collaborate with others.
4. Seek out relevant experiences.
Look for internships, volunteer opportunities, or projects that will allow you to gain practical experience and demonstrate your skills. Consider taking on leadership roles in group projects or organizations.
5. Soft skills development.
While technical skills are important, soft skills like communication, teamwork, and emotional intelligence are highly valued. Work on developing these skills, as they can greatly enhance your effectiveness in any role.
6. Continuous learning.
Stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in your field. Consider pursuing further education, attending workshops, or completing online courses to enhance your knowledge and skills.
7. Showcase your achievements.
Keep track of your accomplishments and be prepared to discuss them in interviews or networking situations. Quantify your successes when possible (e.g., increased sales by x%, managed a team of y people).
8. Be authentic and passionate.
Show genuine enthusiasm for your work and be yourself. Authenticity can resonate with others and make a lasting impression.
9. Mentorship.
Seek out mentors in your field who can offer guidance and support. Learning from their experiences can help you navigate your career path more effectively.
10. Innovate and share ideas.
Be proactive about proposing new ideas or solutions in your workplace or professional community. Contributing original thoughts can set you apart as a thought leader.
By combining these strategies, you'll create a unique profile that stands out to employers and peers alike. Remember that consistency and persistence are key in building and maintaining your distinctiveness in your career. With love, Darya
1. Develop a unique skill set.
Identify a niche area within your field that you're passionate about, and become an expert in it. This could involve advanced training, certifications, or gaining experience in a specialized area.
2. Build a strong personal brand.
Create a professional online presence through platforms like linkedin or a personal website. Share insights, articles, and showcases of your work to establish yourself as a knowledgeable voice in your field.
3. Networking.
Cultivate relationships with professionals in your industry. Attend industry events, join professional organizations, and engage in online forums to connect and collaborate with others.
4. Seek out relevant experiences.
Look for internships, volunteer opportunities, or projects that will allow you to gain practical experience and demonstrate your skills. Consider taking on leadership roles in group projects or organizations.
5. Soft skills development.
While technical skills are important, soft skills like communication, teamwork, and emotional intelligence are highly valued. Work on developing these skills, as they can greatly enhance your effectiveness in any role.
6. Continuous learning.
Stay updated with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in your field. Consider pursuing further education, attending workshops, or completing online courses to enhance your knowledge and skills.
7. Showcase your achievements.
Keep track of your accomplishments and be prepared to discuss them in interviews or networking situations. Quantify your successes when possible (e.g., increased sales by x%, managed a team of y people).
8. Be authentic and passionate.
Show genuine enthusiasm for your work and be yourself. Authenticity can resonate with others and make a lasting impression.
9. Mentorship.
Seek out mentors in your field who can offer guidance and support. Learning from their experiences can help you navigate your career path more effectively.
10. Innovate and share ideas.
Be proactive about proposing new ideas or solutions in your workplace or professional community. Contributing original thoughts can set you apart as a thought leader.
By combining these strategies, you'll create a unique profile that stands out to employers and peers alike. Remember that consistency and persistence are key in building and maintaining your distinctiveness in your career. With love, Darya
Racheal Noble, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, NCC
Mental health, education, research, care coordinator
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Racheal’s Answer
Hello and great question. I would suggest first, be sure to carefully read all the comments so that you are aware of what everyone is saying.
When asking "stand out among the others," are you thinking about what would make you obtain a promotion? If so, it would great to consider, do you have a skill that helps carry the mission and adds values to the team and company? For example, if you teach, but the university that you work for doesn't emphasize research, yet that's a skill you are good at, perhaps this could be where you add value to the organization because teaching also requires reseach.
Your skill needs to show that you are productive, that yoy aren't wasting time.
Secondly, do you like engaging with people. If you like to be a loner, leave leadership alone. To often people believe that just performing well on a job, is enough to get them a promotion, but they lack social skills, specifically emotional intelligence. Lastly, be able to have good boundaries and know your areas of improvement. Leadership is more than always being right or punishing the person she you find as a threat. Be sure not to let your ego be the sole reason you want to stand out. Hope this helps!
When asking "stand out among the others," are you thinking about what would make you obtain a promotion? If so, it would great to consider, do you have a skill that helps carry the mission and adds values to the team and company? For example, if you teach, but the university that you work for doesn't emphasize research, yet that's a skill you are good at, perhaps this could be where you add value to the organization because teaching also requires reseach.
Your skill needs to show that you are productive, that yoy aren't wasting time.
Secondly, do you like engaging with people. If you like to be a loner, leave leadership alone. To often people believe that just performing well on a job, is enough to get them a promotion, but they lack social skills, specifically emotional intelligence. Lastly, be able to have good boundaries and know your areas of improvement. Leadership is more than always being right or punishing the person she you find as a threat. Be sure not to let your ego be the sole reason you want to stand out. Hope this helps!