In your mid-twenties, succeeding in this world isn't easy – especially if you're a career-driven woman. You have to be positive, emotionally strong, driven, passionate and a real fighter to show your worth. And if you want to be successful, you have to behave that way. Whether you're on the path you've always dreamed of or are still navigating your way, these 10 habits will pay off over time. Read on!
1. Set your privacy settings for Facebook
You don't want your colleagues to see your party photos - and anything you don't want to show to potential future employers or colleagues. Facebook allows you to create custom friend lists so you can choose who sees what about your private life. Make sure you add your contacts to the correct list every time you accept a new friend request. Similarly, unless you want all your tweets and photos to be shown to the world, make Twitter and Instagram accounts private.
2. Set up your LinkedIn profile
Your Linkedin profile is your showcase for recruiters and potential employers, and the first thing they'll see when they consider contacting you. Therefore, treat your LinkedIn profile well. If you make new contacts during your career, add them on LinkedIn so you always have a good idea of what they're up to.
3. Update your CV every 6 months. Whether you're looking for a new job or not, it's important to keep your resume updated with new experiences, skills and projects. Details get blurry over time and you don't want to forget an important facet of a project.
4. Always send a thank you or follow-up email
Send a follow-up email or make a gesture after meeting someone of a business nature. Gratitude and manners are always remembered.
5. Know your worth. By now you've probably had a few jobs, taken on projects and talked to others in your field. Assess your skills and get to know the space so you can be sure of your worth the next time you need a raise or job offer.
6. Learn how to network
Networking is important throughout your life. If you don't know how to do it yet or if you've never done it, learn it quickly.
7. Always arrive 10 minutes early g
See this as more of a life lesson than anything else – but punctuality is one of the most important professional habits to adopt. It is a fair indicator of your organizational skills and overall reliability.
8. Get and stay organized.
Use a to-do list and make sure your physical work environment is neat and tidy.
9. Respond to emails within 24 hours
Respond quickly to emails if your response is necessary for workflow purposes. And if you receive too many e-mails, a confirmation of receipt is recommended. Are you going on vacation? Don't forget to set an out of office comment to tell people when you'll be back in touch.
10. Dress for the job you want .
We all know that clothing is an important form of non-verbal communication, so do your best to avoid disapproving looks.
