Workers today have many challenges to overcome, some of them being globalization and technological advances.
Due to globalization, many companies are reduced in size, are acquired by another or merged and a large number of workers are laid off and others are left working in areas completely different from those that were previously employed. With technological advances, workers run the risk of becoming obsolete and being replaced by others who possess the required new knowledge.
Now we ask ourselves, what can workers do in the face of this uncertain present and future? What tools can help you in this situation? Here are some elements that can help you as a guide when trying to survive in difficult working times:
Plan your own career
It is important that everyone plan their own career. To do this, you must analyze what your job strengths and weaknesses are and what element or aspect can make the difference when presenting yourself as an applicant for a vacant position in an organization (if you had to look for a job again).
Write your own personal development statement.
If modern organizations declare their mission, each worker must also make his own personal mission statement.
In it, it must appear in what (area, field, occupation, etc.) you want to work and the role you want to play. It is important to mention that the mission is not stable and can change over time. Inclusively, in the process of preparing this declaration, it is possible to highlight personal values that perhaps had not been considered before.
Once drafted, the mission should help you create your strategic direction, clarify your priorities, and avoid spending time and money pursuing goals that are not in your best interest.
Take responsibility for your own direction and growth.
Many workers trust the development programs offered by organizations.
However, due to the current situation where organizations suppress or substitute development programs due to downsizing or restructuring, it is recommended that you be the same worker who takes responsibility for development and growth.
This involves investing in your training and not waiting for the company to do so. On the other hand, this training must be continuous so that you can keep your knowledge up to date. It is also important to look for opportunities to expand your qualification in the short term, as it could lead you to advance in the long term.
Set reasonable, affordable, and time-bound goals
It is important that you set achievable career goals. Many times a managerial position is established as an objective. However, due to the current situation in many organizations where positions are becoming flatter and positions are shrinking, it may be very difficult to achieve that goal. Therefore, it is important to evaluate the reality that is being lived and then set the objective. In this way it is more reasonable.
Likewise, goals must be met within a peremptory period of time, since if, for example, you want to achieve a goal in a very short time or you are given a long time, the person may end up frustrated and disappointed.
Sometimes the final goal can be divided into mini objectives which can be more manageable and, at the same time, can help to take the necessary steps to reach the end.
Talk to people related to the professional objective you want to achieve
It is important to create professional relationships with people who hold positions related to the job area that interests you, as they can provide you with valuable suggestions about the position and what to do in it.
Invest time in yourself
Finally, it is important that the person does not neglect his professional image. This is particularly difficult when the person is unemployed for a long period of time.
However, it is important to follow an exercise routine, a balanced diet and invest in a good professional wardrobe that should not necessarily be expensive, but practical and presentable.
Remember that only you are responsible for your professional career and how far you want to go.
