As a professional in the new economy, you'll probably change jobs throughout your career, but changing jobs doesn't have to mean changing companies. Wherever you work, get to know as many decision-makers as you can, be on friendly terms with lots of people, and avoid cliques. If you use several skill sets at once, you won't be pigeonholed, so try to juggle as many tasks, responsibilities, and projects as you can. When one assignment is nearing completion, create a detailed proposal for a new one. Even if your proposal is not accepted, you may inspire another project related to your original idea.
Every industry demands people who have specialized skills and knowledge.
To become one of these people, keep your knowledge current through continuous learning. Wherever you work, whatever you do, you can gain responsibility, creative freedom, and status by gaining knowledge. After working in the human resources department of a large corporation for two years, Amy grew bored with her job. Amy was interested in law, but wasn't ready to go to law school. That comment motivated Amy to take the next step.