I asked women on Twitter and LinkedIn ‘what’s the best career advice you’ve received (or given) that’s encouraged you, helped you grow, and lifted you up in your career?’, and here is what they had to say:
Make friends and connections with people from other departments or companies. You can learn so much from/ about other roles, which could lead you to finding a different job you could go into. I’d also advice you to go to them for help when you need it!
It’s not just about doing a job well, your attitude and likeability has a huge amount to do with whether people vouch for you or remember you when early on in your career. That doesn’t mean you have to be a sycophant or compromise on your integrity. But, being positive, friendly, and willing to pitch in helps enormously.
Jasmine, founder of Storymix, shared advice she received at the start of her Editing career. ‘Editing is like writing on someone’s skin. Take care. It has always stood me in good stead and I think authors I’ve edited for have appreciated it as well.’
Rejection is redirection. Especially powerful advice for those searching for their first publishing role, as constant rejections can be so disheartening!
Octavia, Career Coach and Author, shared her advice. ‘Know your worth, even when it’s not reflected back on you. Building your career is hard. There will be many times when your achievements and value are not validated. There will be so many times when you are invisible to others. Keep pushing anyway. Your worth starts and ends with you.’
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