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What's My Next Career Step? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about career progression in the service industry, particularly from a call center representative to potential supervisory roles. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, recognizing when one has outgrown their current role, and the need for actionable guidance from supervisors. Christa also discusses alternative career paths within the service industry and the value of networking, especially through platfo…
I can't tell you how to think about career growth, but growth is growth... #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 49 that addresses the listener question about they should be thinking about their career growth.
Career growth is personal, so how you should think about it is also personal and based on your individual goals and vision for success—but one thing remains common among all of us: career growth is about growth, and having a growth mindset enables a broader range of options and considerations when considering YOUR career growth.
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Aim for "Goldilocks moments" where utilization is just right #employeeengagement #corporatelife
Check out the full Episode 48 that addresses the listener question about how to stay engaged and interested at work when you feel underutilized.
Feeling burnt out doing nothing is a real thing, and languishing at work impacts all of us at one point or another in our careers. Watch the full episode to learn about ways to spark up your engagement, including ways you can focus on professional development as a key driver to using up extra energy at work while offering more of yourself t…
What does career growth look like to you? #careerdevelopment #careergrowth
Check out the full Episode 49 that addresses the listener question about how they should be thinking about their career growth.
Career growth is personal, so how you should think about it is also personal and based on your individual goals and vision for success—but one thing remains common among all of us: career growth is about growth, and having a growth mindset enables a broader range of options and considerations when considering YOUR career growth.
Check it out, then b…
Strategic talent management/utilization is a competitive advantage #business #talentmanagement
Check out the full Episode 48 that addresses the listener question about how to stay engaged and interested at work when you feel underutilized.
Feeling burnt out doing nothing is a real thing, and languishing at work impacts all of us at one point or another in our careers. Watch the full episode to learn about ways to spark up your engagement, including ways you can focus on professional development as a key driver to using up extra energy at work while offering more of yourself t…
Career Growth Resources: Leverage Dweck's Growth Mindset Theory #growthmindset #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 49 that addresses the listener question about they should be thinking about their career growth.
Career growth is personal, so how you should think about it is also personal and based on your individual goals and vision for success—but one thing remains common among all of us: career growth is about growth, and having a growth mindset enables a broader range of options and considerations when considering YOUR career growth.
Check it out, then brows…
Speaking up at a work meeting is not always easy (or an easy skill) #corporatelife #speakingup
Check out the full Episode 47 that addresses the listener question about how to speak up during meetings at work.
Speaking up is complicated. There are hundreds of factors that go into moments before, during, and after you speak up that determines how, when, where, and whether you speak up again and under what circumstances.
Speaking up at work should be about sharing ideas, framing and making decisions, inviting critical discussions. But not everyone is OK with sharing out…
How Should I Be Thinking About Career Growth? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about career growth, emphasizing the importance of adopting a growth mindset. She discusses how career growth is a personal journey that varies for each individual and encourages listeners to define what success means to them at different stages of their careers. Christa also provides resources for further exploration of career development and growth strategies.
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Use a Growth Mindset when thinking about Career Growth #careergrowth #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 49 that addresses the listener question about they should be thinking about their career growth.
Career growth is personal, so how you should think about it is also personal and based on your individual goals and vision for success—but one thing remains common among all of us: career growth is about growth, and having a growth mindset enables a broader range of options and considerations when considering YOUR career growth.
Check it out, then brows…
Underutilization isn't about workload; it's about capability... #talentmanagement
Check out the full Episode 48 that addresses the listener question about how to stay engaged and interested at work when you feel underutilized.
Feeling burnt out doing nothing is a real thing, and languishing at work impacts all of us at one point or another in our careers. Watch the full episode to learn about ways to spark up your engagement, including ways you can focus on professional development as a key driver to using up extra energy at work while offering more of yourself t…
Languishing at work feels like burnout... #corporatelife #business #management #burnout
Check out the full Episode 48 that addresses the listener question about how to stay engaged and interested at work when you feel underutilized.
Feeling burnt out doing nothing is a real thing, and languishing at work impacts all of us at one point or another in our careers. Watch the full episode to learn about ways to spark up your engagement, including ways you can focus on professional development as a key driver to using up extra energy at work while offering more of yourself t…
Overcoming the fear of speaking up in meetings #corporatelife #business #speakingup
Check out the full Episode 47 that addresses the listener question about how to speak up during meetings at work.
Speaking up is complicated. There are hundreds of factors that go into moments before, during, and after you speak up that determines how, when, where, and whether you speak up again and under what circumstances.
Speaking up at work should be about sharing ideas, framing and making decisions, inviting critical discussions. But not everyone is OK with sharing out…
How Do I Stay Engaged At Work When I'm So Underutilized? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the effects of employees being underutilized in the workplace, exploring how it can lead to feelings of disengagement and burnout. She discusses the importance of strategic talent management as a competitive differentiator, and how organizations improve their overall performance by tracking how they best utilize their employees. Christa provides strategies for individuals feeling underutilized, emphasizing the need for open …
Languishing at work... #corporatelife #business #management
Check out the full Episode 48 that addresses the listener question about how to stay engaged and interested at work when you feel underutilized.
Feeling burnt out doing nothing is a real thing, and languishing at work impacts all of us at one point or another in our careers. Watch the full episode to learn about ways to spark up your engagement, including ways you can focus on professional development as a key driver to using up extra energy at work while offering more of yourself t…
It's OK to want social time at work (it's not an extrovert / introvert thing) #corporatelife
Check out Episode 45 that addresses the listener question about coworker whose chatty style slows down work progress. Although the listener doesn’t mind socializing, the rate and amount of chit-chat from the coworker is becoming a distraction and a problem.
Check it out, then browse through my show’s website, AskChrista.com to review other episodes where I review listener questions, answer with practical tips that work, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show n…
It's hard to address performance issues at work-- especially when it's with a friend #corporatelife
Check out the full Episode 46 that addresses the listener question about asking your work friend to meet deadlines. It can be a difficult dynamic when a close work friend cannot seem to meet any deadlines, especially when you’re the project manager having to manage tasks and communicate risks, issues, and status to leadership. But there are ways to approach your work friend with a focus on firmly setting boundaries and expectations while remaining connected and respectful of the friendship.<…
Quick tips to speaking up in meetings... #corporatelife #speakingup #meetingsuccess
Check out the full Episode 47 that addresses the listener question about how to speak up during meetings at work.
Speaking up is complicated. There are hundreds of factors that go into moments before, during, and after you speak up that determines how, when, where, and whether you speak up again and under what circumstances.
Speaking up at work should be about sharing ideas, framing and making decisions, inviting critical discussions. But not everyone is OK with sharing out…
Speaking up at work meetings is complicated... #corporatelife #business #speakingup
Check out the full Episode 47 that addresses the listener question about how to speak up during meetings at work.
Speaking up is complicated. There are hundreds of factors that go into moments before, during, and after you speak up that determines how, when, where, and whether you speak up again and under what circumstances.
Speaking up at work should be about sharing ideas, framing and making decisions, inviting critical discussions. But not everyone is OK with sharing out…
How Do I Get Over My Fear of Speaking Up? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses the common challenge of speaking up in workplace meetings. She explores the psychological barriers that prevent individuals from voicing their thoughts and ideas, particularly in team settings. Through the listener's question, Christa delves into the complexities of communication dynamics, the impact of workplace culture, and offers practical strategies to overcome anxiety associated with speaking up. She emphasize…
Balancing Office Chit Chat with Focus Time #boundariesatwork #corporatelife #workplaceculture
Check out Episode 45 that addresses the listener question about coworker whose chatty style slows down work progress. Although the listener doesn’t mind socializing, the rate and amount of chit-chat from the coworker is becoming a distraction and a problem.
Check it out, then browse through my show’s website, AskChrista.com to review other episodes where I review listener questions, answer with practical tips that work, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show n…
Focus on GOOD RESOURCES to learn why having work friends MATTER!! #corporatelife #teamdynamics
Check out the full Episode 46 that addresses the listener question about asking your work friend to meet deadlines. It can be a difficult dynamic when a close work friend cannot seem to meet any deadlines, especially when you’re the project manager having to manage tasks and communicate risks, issues, and status to leadership. But there are ways to approach your work friend with a focus on firmly setting boundaries and expectations while remaining connected and respectful of the friendship.<…
When a close work friend is missing deadlines - focus on Behavior, Impact, Change #corporatelife
Check out the full Episode 46 that addresses the listener question about asking your work friend to meet deadlines. It can be a difficult dynamic when a close work friend cannot seem to meet any deadlines, especially when you’re the project manager having to manage tasks and communicate risks, issues, and status to leadership. But there are ways to approach your work friend with a focus on firmly setting boundaries and expectations while remaining connected and respectful of the friendship.<…
Listener Question - asking my co-worker to quit the chit chat #corporatelife #workplaceculture
Check out Episode 45 that addresses the listener question about coworker whose chatty style slows down work progress. Although the listener doesn’t mind socializing, the rate and amount of chit-chat from the coworker is becoming a distraction and a problem.
Check it out, then browse through my show’s website, AskChrista.com to review other episodes where I review listener questions, answer with practical tips that work, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show n…
Small adjustments can lead to big team improvements #teamwork #corporatelife #business #team
Check out Episode 44 that addresses the listener question about a really uncomfortable co-worker situation: toning it down…
Check it out, then browse through my show’s website, AskChrista.com to review other episodes where I review listener questions, answer with practical tips that work, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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