So many things to be aware of, but where to start? I think everyone agrees that doing the best job possible is a major key to success.
Handling your work load quickly, efficiently and effectively is quite important. However, there are other skills to keep in mind so that you stand out at your work place. Enthusiasm and a positive attitude go very far. I have always hated having to work with a moody person who's emotional state I would have to guess at each morning. Co-workers always discuss what mood the particular person was in that morning. Were they happy, grouchy, annoyed, or whatever? I've tried very carefully to weed out these kinds of people in the interview process. Work is hard enough without having colleagues who are difficult.
Another good skill to have is perseverance. Keeping on keeping on is an underrated strength. It will come in handy through out your career. When ever you hit a roadblock at work or in your career in general you must find your way through it, over it, or around it. If you're in sales, it could be that an account you are trying to open is being reticent. Or you're a doctor and a diagnoses for a patient is difficult to discover. Perseverance until you come up with a solution will set you apart from many a colleague.
Good communication skills, both writen and spoken, is huge. I once had an assistant designer who was new to her job. While she had a lot to learn, her ability to communicate was excellent and her follow through and perseverance when she needed answers was top notch. She was quickly promoted as her ability far exceeded her current position.
The Japanese word kaizen means "never ending improvement." They are big believers in making small improvements everyday. They think over time this makes for very impactful changes. Follow this ideal and you will find your career growing exponentially along with great success!
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