by Catherine Pulsifer
"People would rather be shown how valuable you are, not told."
Roger W. Babson
Roger W. Babson
Let me tell you a story of two people I worked with ten years ago.
Both of these individuals were the same age, and approximate intelligence. Both wanted to progress in their careers. But, there was on major difference between them. One just talked and complained about not getting ahead while other person took the initiative by taking courses, and finding solutions.
Now, 10 years later, the person who talked and complained is still talking and complaining and still remains in the same position. The person who took the initiative and found solutions has been promoted several times.
What you have accomplished in the past is a much stronger example than talking about what you are capable of doing in the future.
Both of these individuals were the same age, and approximate intelligence. Both wanted to progress in their careers. But, there was on major difference between them. One just talked and complained about not getting ahead while other person took the initiative by taking courses, and finding solutions.
Now, 10 years later, the person who talked and complained is still talking and complaining and still remains in the same position. The person who took the initiative and found solutions has been promoted several times.
What you have accomplished in the past is a much stronger example than talking about what you are capable of doing in the future.
Actions do speak louder than words!
