However, for those on the move, those looking to put themselves in the right place at the right time, there is no choice. Moreover, today it is necessary not only to stay current in your own specialty area, but it is important to monitor business fluctuations and economic and political trends. You will develop an understanding of business cycles, and will recognize how these cycles impact your specialty area. It's important to keep learning and not limit yourself to your specialty area. The days of the pure technician are limited and perhaps over.
Today working with other professionals is much more of a collaborative effort.
This fact can be frustrating for those who are naturally reserved, or those who have difficulty expressing themselves, but like it or not, nothing is quite as important to success. Your presentation skills influence other people's impression of your ability. Your impact on others, your ability to influence and persuade, are also a function of your writing skills. As you take charge of your career, as you seek to move ahead, be aware of the impression you are making. Not infrequently I learn that they have not updated their resumes in years.