How to save your job this year
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These days, everywhere we turn the word 'recession' is splattered on every media available. This is hard to ignore with the fall of US dollar in the foreign market since the last quarter of 2008 and the multitudes of companies around the world laying off their staffs recently. It is now more important than ever, we learn how to save our job.
Most important to remember is not to panic in these situations. Instead, start thinking of ways to recession proof your job or failing that planning for somewhere else to land your feet. Here are some guides to help you.
Technology
Technology has made it easy to "work smart" as well as multi-task. The advent of the PC workstation was a wonderful addition to the corporate office world. Managing numerous tasks is a breeze where it used to be a chore. You can use your computer skills to become an office superstar. Spin off spectacular reports, tech manuals or simple spreadsheets that are impressive.
Of course, not everyone is experienced on a computer and has to learn that skill. That is where it is a good idea to take a class or attend a seminar for that purpose. Want to really make an impression? Pay for the class/seminar yourself. That says that you are serious about your job and gives you credibility with the boss.
Invest in knowledge
IT courses are not the only ones you could take. There are business writing classes, marketing seminars, leadership courses and even stress management techniques that could add to your value as an employee. All of these lead us to the next point which is.
Increased Efficiency.
Like everything else in life, if you don't practise what you learn you will never be good at it. Having all those certificates and knowledge under your belt will not help you if you don't put to work what you learn. Use your skills to help you produce more in less time. When you are efficient you will find yourself with more responsibilities and thus becoming indispensable.
Don't ask unreasonably.
The current situation has arisen due mainly to financial reasons. So it is important that you accept what you are being given presently or ask within a reasonable range. Here is a list of what NOT to do:
1. Do not ask for a big raise. Companies need to save money more than anything else right now. Consider this as a sacrifice to keep your job until the economy kicks in again.
2. Do not expect additional benefits or perks that you don't deserve and are not entitled to.
3. Do not abuse company properties. It is not a good idea to be printing your manuscript from the office printer or making a personal long distance call from your office.
4. Don't involve yourself in office gossip circles. Every office has people that talk too much. Stay away-FAR away. Remember - "Loose lips sink ships".
The most important thing to remember here is to market you as a commodity. Invest in yourself as a product, do your job, do it well and be indispensable, above all. The better you make yourself look, the better your chances of surviving the recession of 2009.
Most important to remember is not to panic in these situations. Instead, start thinking of ways to recession proof your job or failing that planning for somewhere else to land your feet. Here are some guides to help you.
Technology
Technology has made it easy to "work smart" as well as multi-task. The advent of the PC workstation was a wonderful addition to the corporate office world. Managing numerous tasks is a breeze where it used to be a chore. You can use your computer skills to become an office superstar. Spin off spectacular reports, tech manuals or simple spreadsheets that are impressive.
Of course, not everyone is experienced on a computer and has to learn that skill. That is where it is a good idea to take a class or attend a seminar for that purpose. Want to really make an impression? Pay for the class/seminar yourself. That says that you are serious about your job and gives you credibility with the boss.
Invest in knowledge
IT courses are not the only ones you could take. There are business writing classes, marketing seminars, leadership courses and even stress management techniques that could add to your value as an employee. All of these lead us to the next point which is.
Increased Efficiency.
Like everything else in life, if you don't practise what you learn you will never be good at it. Having all those certificates and knowledge under your belt will not help you if you don't put to work what you learn. Use your skills to help you produce more in less time. When you are efficient you will find yourself with more responsibilities and thus becoming indispensable.
Don't ask unreasonably.
The current situation has arisen due mainly to financial reasons. So it is important that you accept what you are being given presently or ask within a reasonable range. Here is a list of what NOT to do:
1. Do not ask for a big raise. Companies need to save money more than anything else right now. Consider this as a sacrifice to keep your job until the economy kicks in again.
2. Do not expect additional benefits or perks that you don't deserve and are not entitled to.
3. Do not abuse company properties. It is not a good idea to be printing your manuscript from the office printer or making a personal long distance call from your office.
4. Don't involve yourself in office gossip circles. Every office has people that talk too much. Stay away-FAR away. Remember - "Loose lips sink ships".
The most important thing to remember here is to market you as a commodity. Invest in yourself as a product, do your job, do it well and be indispensable, above all. The better you make yourself look, the better your chances of surviving the recession of 2009.
About the Author:
Debbie Robbyns is the author of Personal Finance 2009. Visit her website for insightful and simple to pickup personal finance tips for your everyday lives.
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