So, your ability to turn your labour into a better pay-check
will be your “human capital.” Intelligent combination of knowledge, experience,
talent, work habit, and social skills is perhaps your most important income-producing
asset.
If you are gunning for a promotion or a raise, or you are
in the midst of a job search, these five simple steps can help you to become a
happier and more valuable worker.
1. Invest in yourself
Just because you have a job doesn’t mean you should hold
yourself back or let your skills stagnate. We can increase our human capital by
acquiring a post-graduate degree or professional certification to enhance our
résumé for a positive influence on pay.
Also, learning a new language can increase your earning
power. It improves decision making skills, and increases earnings
potential by around two percent, according to documented research.
2. Raise your performance level
Most employers base their pay decisions on individual
performance. Don’t just turn up for work daily without being productive. Be
dutiful and ensure that the tasks given to you are completed within the
stipulated time frame. Performance has a significant impact on career
progression and pay.
3. Take on additional responsibilities
If your boss asks that you volunteer for an impending task that
is outside of your purview, take on the challenge. It could be a huge
opportunity that will give you a chance to grow your knowledge base and skill
set. You become a more valuable employee by readily taking on new
responsibilities.
4. Join professional organisations and build a
strong network
The key to networking and building business
relationships in any industry is simply by making yourself available to
network with people. This can be done by maintaining a professional
relationship with persons in your industry, participating in industry forums,
attending networking events, and even having a solid relationship with those
outside your career purview, especially with personal friends.
5. Keep up to date with trends in your
profession and industry
Whether you are an employee or a job seeker, it is very
important to stay updated with developments and happenings going on in your
industry. Newspapers, industry publications, news sites, TV shows, and
blogs can all help you to become more acquainted with your industry. Doing this
ensures that you are knowledgeable about industry happenings and you can become
an authority on industry matters.
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Nice one. A refreshing start to the week. More please. Thank you CIMA, thank you Linda.
Valuable tips for young graduates and those looking to excel in their various fields!
Noted. Thanks for the information
I like the fact that the tips are supported by documented research
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