Nicholas Kristof of The New York Times quotes Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg on women and leadership: "We hold ourselves back in ways both big and small, by lacking self-confidence, by not raising our hands, and by pulling back when we should be leaning in."
Love this career insight from New York Times writer Caitlin Kelly: "Everyone, whatever age, needs a Plan B. And maybe a Plan C and a Plan D." So true!
Here are a few tips for anyone contemplating a career change:
Ask people who know you well for insights. If trusted friends and associates keep suggesting the same new career for you, start making a plan of action. Years ago, this strategy took me from a fashion career that I liked but didn't love to a new career in executive talent solutions.
Welcome to 2013! It's the season for career resolutions, and here are three that are musts for anyone serious about reaching the next level:
1. Write down career goals. It's not enough to think of goals. Write them down to show yourself that you take your career seriously.
2. Energize your network. Take one step every day to build relationships with people within your organization and beyond. The better your network, the better your career.
