One Critical Factor That Will Make Or Break Your Career
November 17, 2007
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I once met a client from Australia. She is a very capable lady who holds herself well in professional settings. There is also something about the way she carries herself, which sets her apart from the others; something that makes me conclude that she is going to achieve something great in her career in the future: she is in harmony with herself and others.
What do I mean by that?
To be successful in your career, you need to be seen as capable and yet not threatening.
This is one statement she made which left a lasting impression on me. I still remember it today and it pretty much sums up the idea of harmony that I am talking about today.
HARMONY – A CRITICAL ATTRIBUTE
At work, it’s common to run into disagreement with others; clients, vendors, peers and even superiors. The critical attribute for professional success depends on how well you handle disagreements and ability to get along with people despite the differences in mindsets and opinions.
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. I believe you’ll agree the challenges of attending functions filled with strangers. It can be a very uncomfortable feeling. The unsettling silence after the ‘Hi, nice to meet you’ can be very awkward; as you desperately search for a topic to start the conversation.
