10 daily habits to bring you career success Viewpoint careers advice blog

10 daily habits to bring you career success Whether your office is inside a building or out on a football pitch, there are some  daily habits that  can help all of us advance our career towards the top level. Do you feel as though you are stuck in a work rut at the moment?  The most successful people tend to follow some very similar daily habits and throughout their working career.  Why not try some of these simple adjustments to your working day, and youll be on your way to career success. 1. Get up early Giving yourself plenty of time to get ready and eat a healthy breakfast will help you to focus on the day ahead and get to work in plenty of time. 2. Say thank you Thanking colleagues and employers for their advice shows your appreciation and ensures that theyll make time for you when you need help in future. 3. Focus on high priority tasks first Not only does this mean youll meet crucial deadlines, but it will also help to keep you focused with multiple projects going on at once. 4. Challenge yourself and work hard When you achieve things you never thought you would, you feel confident enough to take on anything and work even harder. 5. Motivate yourself At the start of your day, set yourself some goals. You will feel motivated each time you tick a task off your to-do list. 6. Stay focused Staying focused on task can be tough, but if you take lots of small breaks throughout the day youll keep your mind focused and maintain productivity. 7. Listen to others Its important to listen to others and take on board their perspective, then compromise. Colleagues will respect you for listening and youll often learn something new, too. 8. Learn from your mistakes Making mistakes is natural, but learning from them is crucial to success and will earn the respect of your employer. To find out more, read our blog ‘No one is perfect.’ 9. Think positively Stress and worry can hinder your productivity, but by having a positive, can-do attitude, youre more likely to reach your goals. To find out more, read out blog ‘Say yes and figure it out later.’ 10. Ask questions Having a better understanding of a subject or procedure will help you do your job better, and it will also demonstrate that youre interested and eager to learn. Want to progress in your career? Our career progression tips will help you get to where you want to be