In order to maintain a job you need to be able to adapt fast. This is even more important in the fast-paced digital world we live in today. I have heard horror stories from many folks about possibly being fired if they were unable to get to speed with new company guidelines and procedures. Mostly all of us want to keep our jobs and in order to do so you need to accept the reality of constant change, not many workplaces stay the same in this modern age. Throughout this article I will give you tips and advice to help you better adapt in this fast-paced world.
The Only Constant in Life, is Change
Change is something that we all have to accept, even when it does not seem like a very good change. The point here is that being mentally aware that the current system could easily be replaced in two to three months’ time will help you when that does happen. Always remember that while change could seem problematic at first, there is always the possibility this change could be exactly what you needed to advance your life.
Build a Network
So the new computer system you have to learn at work is simply baffling to you, good thing you befriended Jacob who has a penchant for teaching others easily. You read that exactly right, building a solid group of friends at work is good for both your social and work lives. It is always important to recognize that you are not the best at everything and sometimes you might need help. After all what is better being the second best at what you do, or losing your job? I think the right choice will be obvious to you.
Stay Aware, Be Perceptive
Every industry individual industry is its own unique beast with its own set of twists and turns that it could lead you through. Understanding both your industry and your business is essential to being a good employee as well as being able to adapt quickly. Sure, you might need to do a little extra reading and chatting with company insiders but it is worth it. In some job fields you could even work over time to get yourself ahead of your peers, which generally will help shed more light on your company’s’ ongoing operations.
Self-Assess
We all blame the world for our problems from time to time but sometimes the problem lies within ourselves. Being aware of your own skills and shortcomings is a key part of a successful life. Without being aware of these flaws you will never even know what problems you need to fix. Employees that self-assess know that they need to do better before it is asked of them. This bit of advice is the one I stand behind with total support. Remember to remain neutral while assessing yourself. A biased assessment serves to help no one whatsoever.
Radiate Positive Emotion
One would imagine that employees with great work ethic could never be terminated due to lacking social skills. This is something you cannot allow yourself to do, getting along with your co-workers is a huge part of any job. I consider the ability to withhold anger, jealousy, and bitterness to be hugely important for anyone that wants to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment. Remember that negativity can close doors that you might want to open, so stay positive and keep those opportunities alive.
Flexibility
So you signed up for work with the idea that your weekends were free but recently there has been a change at the office, now you need to work some of those weekend hours. Some of us might throw a fit, output low quality work or even quit but none of those choices are good choices. Stay flexible both mentally and physically, if they need you on weekends then free up some weekend time and get to work. No one thinks that these types of changes are enjoyable, but if you can adapt to these changes your employers will look upon you with favor.
Conclusion
Work is necessary; there is no getting around it. This means that learning the above skills and implementing them into your everyday life is crucial to your career. It is always important to remember that sometimes adapting is not what you need to do. There are very rare times when I would recommend quitting and finding another career. This type of choice can only be made on an individual basis as everyone has a different set of circumstances in life.
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Eduardo Dieguez is a 1st generation American born Cuban that is currently in pursuit of his AA Degree at Valencia. An avid computer enthusiast, Eduardo spends countless hours tinkering with electronics both new and old. Eduardo is a freelance riter who is currently working with the content development team at www.FindAFax.com.
