Usted es me todos: The Management Tip of the Day from Harvard Business Review

Friday, March 30, 2018

The Management Tip of the Day from Harvard Business Review

THE MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE DAY: Harvard Business Review

March 30, 2018

When Your Work Experience Is Limited, Highlight Your Strengths

When you're starting out in your career, and have limited work experience, it can be tough to gain credibility. Your coworkers won't see you as a crucial part of the organization until you prove yourself to be one. Start earning your colleagues' respect by conveying the value you bring. Think about your strengths: In which areas do you do your best work? What have you been praised for in the past? Don't forget to consider your personal life—chances are you possess some useful insights because of your geographic or demographic background. For example, if you're a 20-something and working on a market research project, you may have fresh ideas about the best types of questions to ask people your age. This approach of relying on your strengths can be a starting point to building credibility and positive regard in the organization.

Adapted from "How to Gain Credibility When You Have Little Experience," by Andy Molinksy and Jake Newfield

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