As we settle into 2023, it’s important to take time to reflect on your career aspirations and how to maintain or build momentum in the coming months. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey, staying vigilant and taking proactive steps to advance your career can help you achieve greater success and fulfilment. Here are some tips to get you started, backed by statistics:

• Know your strengths: Take a step back and analyse your skills and experiences to determine what you excel at. Simply understanding this can help you identify areas of opportunity for growth and development and serve as a valuable tool for networking and job searching. Focusing on your strengths can increase job satisfaction by up to 80% (LinkedIn Learning, 2021).
• Build your network: 85% of jobs are filled through networking (Monster, 2020), making it a crucial element of career success and progression. Make it a goal to attend industry events, meet new people, and expand your circle. Having a strong network of professional contacts can be invaluable for your career.
• Continuously learn: The skills required for success in the current job market fluctuate constantly. Stay current by taking courses, attending workshops, or obtaining further qualifications. By doing so, you also demonstrate your commitment to your professional development. Broadening your skill repertoire to include fluid skills applicable in most industries, and/or specialised skills to differentiate yourself from the crowd, sets yourself up for a valuable career.
• Seek opportunities for growth: Venture beyond your comfort zone by taking on new responsibilities, volunteering for projects to learn and grow both your skillset and mindset. This will help you build a diverse portfolio of experiences and highlight your professional value. Of those who took on new responsibilities,75% of employees report career growth (Monster, 2020).
• Consider having a mentor: Having a good mentor can have a huge impact on your career. You can gain invaluable insights through guidance shaped by your mentor’s experiences. Having a mentor can improve career progression, with 70% of professionals reporting career growth after having a mentor (Forbes, 2021).

These tips were compiled to help maintain or build momentum in your career and reach new heights of success and satisfaction in 2023. Your potential is our passion, and the best time to realise it is now.

To help you realise your ambitions and advance your career this year, AIM is excited to give you a $500 training voucher.

Your voucher provides credit towards any of AIM's  Short Courses, Qualifications, and Partnerships booked before February 28.