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Taking Initiative at Work

If you want to be in the right time at the right place, learn what landmarks to look for in advance
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Course: On-Demand
Beginner Provider Janet Levy  4 Lessons ·  6m  in Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese 

Course Description

Having the habit and natural talent to take initiative at work can set your career trajectory in an upward direction, and at the right time and place it can open new doors for your career development. In this course, you’ll learn how to anticipate change in your workplace to position yourself for career advancement opportunities. You’ll gain an understanding of how to find the education you need to develop the skills necessary to take initiative when opportunities present themselves.

What You'll Learn

  • Anticipate changes that may be on the horizon at your workplace
  • Position your career development to gain new skills and education
  • Develop the attributes of a team player
  • Introduce and present your ideas effectively
  • Identify opportunities for improvement through education
  • Implement actionable steps to take initiative when opportunities arise

Key Takeaways

  • Having the habit and natural talent to take initiative at work can set your career trajectory in an upward direction and open new doors for career development.
  • Anticipating change in your workplace helps you position yourself for career advancement opportunities.
  • Finding the right education helps you develop the skills needed to take initiative when opportunities present themselves.
  • Becoming a team player involves attributes and steps you can implement right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in this course?

You'll learn how to anticipate change in your workplace to position yourself for career advancement, how to find the education you need to develop new skills, and how to develop the attributes of a team player with steps you can implement right away.

What topics does this course cover?

The course covers anticipating change, opportunities for improvement education, being a team player, and how to introduce your ideas.

How can taking initiative help my career?

Having the habit and natural talent to take initiative at work can set your career trajectory in an upward direction and, at the right time and place, open new doors for your career development.

What skills are associated with this course?

This course relates to skills including delegation, influencing, career development, career management, executive development, and the Associate Professional in Talent Development.