December 2002 : Issue 7
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In This Issue
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> Welcome
> Guest Article: "Reaping the Rich Rewards of Work" by Tim Ford
> Q & A : What are key competencies?
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ARTICLE:
"Reaping the rich rewards of work" by Tim Ford
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Sooner or later the workplace will beckon. It is a huge privilege to find
just the ideal starting point for your career. The process of seeking employment
forces us to confront our own capabilities and ambitions and provides a reality
check that can be quite painful.
On a more positive note, we must assess just what it is that we can offer to
an employer and it is through this self-examination process that we can come to
realise where our strengths lie.
In your deliberations, be prepared for all eventualities.
Whatever your situation, assume it will be difficult to find the perfect
first job.
Those who pursue a particular and structured plan with diligence very often
achieve their goal. Do you have a career plan that you are working towards? If
not, I suggest you give it serious consideration. Update it as you go and keep
it as a beacon throughout your working life. Dare to consider tempting
alternatives. As much as is possible ensure that your attitude is positive and
that you show enthusiasm. A good attitude is like a master key because it opens
the most unlikely doors. The people with whom you work, those you meet both
professionally and socially, will provide your network. These contacts provide
another perspective on work possibilities and often suggest opportunities.
At times the going will get tough. This will give you the chance to show your
metal. Do not entertain negative self talk - it imposes limitations.
When you start to feel comfortable in your job or are perhaps beginning to
cruise a little, this is the time to take stock. Tailor new challenges to your
level of confidence. Never be afraid to fail, but always learn from your
experience. Congratulate yourself on those that you meet successfully. Revel in
it.
Even if you have been successful, keep an eye on the future. The reality of
the current workplace is that you have to be constantly upgrading your skills
and maintaining your marketability.
Give serious consideration to approaching someone you respect to be your
mentor. Their experience and guidance can be invaluable.
Enthusiasm is infectious, lethargy debilitating. If you choose wisely and are
able to discover your vocation you will enjoy the privilege of contributing your
talents to work you love and believe in. Career success is virtually guaranteed
if this is achieved.
Theodore Roosevelt exhorted us to "do what you can, with what you have,
where you are". Ensure that yours is a rich experience. Good luck.
Extract from an article written for WA Business News by Tim Ford, who was the
general manager of people and organisational development at BankWest from 1990
to 2001. He now runs his own consultancy, People Innovations, in Nedlands,
Western Australia. Contact him at timpinno@iinet.net.au
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Q & A - What are key competencies?
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Q: I'm unsure what you mean by these key competencies. Isn't this explained
in my career history? Isn't this a waste of time and effort in my résumé? -
Nolan S.
A: Nolan, your key competencies are not your work skills, per se, but rather
your "personal attributes". Your attributes should compliment your
work skills as, in most cases, your advancement (and indeed, your job
satisfaction) would not be realised if these two didn't go hand-in-hand. Most
advertised positions (or selection criteria) will actually list the
"attributes" desired... and your key competencies should be in-line
with this advertised criteria. If you do not explain these particular skills to
the hiring manager, then they cannot gauge what "type" of person you
are. All the best! :)
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