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Mistakes You Should Avoid at Work

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Learn the common mistakes you should avoid at work, whether you're starting a new job, joining a new team, or working towards a promotion.

Syllabus

Introduction

Boost your career by avoiding key mistakes

1. Presenting Yourself

Dwelling on the past
Taking on too much too soon
Not understanding company culture
Complaining too much

2. Asking Better Questions

Being a bad listener
Lacking initiative or showing too much
Forgetting details
Not asking for help
Not checking in with your boss

3. Foundational Skills

Being late
Communicating too casually
Getting pulled into office drama
Treating office events too casually

4. Using Technology Wisely

Blending work and personal time
Using social media at work
Getting too distracted

5. Career Advancement

Not tracking your accomplishments
Not setting goals
Not looking for opportunities
Not knowing when to move on
Getting burned out

Conclusion

Avoiding future mistakes

Taught by

Julie Nisbet and Madecraft

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