Polina Freelancer at Freelance Web Developer
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I am challenged and I need to work on developing my skills in time-management, prioritization, strategic thinking, decision-making, and getting up to speed with the job. Thus, I will be more effective at work and helpful for my team. Any good tips from where to start?
Hi Polina,
The first thing that you should always do is to simply read as much as you can and keep increasing your knowledge. This will increase your professional capability.
Look for online content to help you to solve challenges. There are a lot of great experts out there.
Look for free guides and training courses on subjects that will help you to develop your professional skills.
Invest in high-quality paid training whenever you can.
You have asked a very broad question, so let's break it down.
Time Management is as simple as being very disciplined with your time and knowing what you should be doing at any given moment.
I have a toolkit that I use when delivering Tima Management workshops. I'm happy to share it with you if you get in touch.
There are a range of prioritisation methods. Look them up and choose the one that works best for you. I have attached a simple yet effective model to start you off.
Strategic thinking is a little tougher, but it helps to clearly know what your goals are. Strategy is all about devising ways to achieve those goals.
Decision-making is similar.
Getting up to speed with your job is a matter of learning as much as possible about your role and the disciplines that are required. If you're employed by a company, itis partly their responsibility to ensure that you have enough information and support to do your job as effectively as possible. Don't be afraid to ask for that support.
Have you considered having a mentor to help you?