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1) Realise that 'It is your workplace too' which I learnt from one of my first managers. By this I mean people coming to work, spending 8 hours of their day there yet you don't realise they exist because they don't voice their opinions, interact or they hide under the radar. It is your space at work and you should freely, & openly enjoy your space as much as your colleagues, managers, etc. It's also about building friendships and connections that will make the workplace much more enjoyable and easier to navigate.
2) Don't feel like you 'are not good enough', or selling yourself short or underestimating your abilities. If you put in the effort, preparation and work then you are good enough. You are good enough to be in the same room as anyone else irrespective of their title.The moment this mindset is shifted, it is the difference between a below average vs. above average salary. I have had the pleasure of working with a lot of intelligent people who haven't positioned themselves for maximum benefit or have the wrong mindset.
3) Realise that you are providing a 'customer service' whether it be to your manager, colleagues, and other divisions or to external contacts, you are providing a 'service'. Have you ever approached someone, who is unapproachable or unwilling to assist/serve? Who do you think others would prefer working with more? Who do you think would have a more enjoyable time at work?
4) Don't burn bridges. If you support others then it is likely that they will support you in return. If you've burnt all the bridges and stepped on everyone's toes, you're now on a lonely island (I see this everywhere). Note: some bridges are important while others can be gladly burnt!
5) Realise that 'the company is putting food on your table'. Is your mindset more about 'taking' and not returning the favour? In other words are you getting paid more value than you are delivering? Managers are aware of this. When you treat the company right, it is more likely to treat you right in return.
6) Keep track of company performances. A company losing money (there are thousands of them) is a company that is likely to have budget cuts, lower morale and employee satisfaction - this is not a company you want to work for as it will directly impact you and your mood.
7) Do you 'sweat the small stuff'? Sometimes it seems like people are so caught up with work there is nothing else outside of it. It can be frustrating at times, that's normal but don't make it a day to day, week to week, month to month thing, it starts to define you. I don't know what else to say, but relax!
I hope it helps.
Gordon Chen - Motivational Speaker, Career Consultant, Business Analyst
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