Growing on the Job

Growing on the Job

Discover who you are, what your skills and abilities are, and then find a career that fits you

The workplace of the 21st century demands continual learning and growing just to keep a job. You will be a more valuable asset to your organization and be happier with yourself if you keep learning new skills, taking more responsibilities, identifying and pursuing new directions for your personal and professional growth.

Areas of Growth:

I will honestly evaluate the quality and quantity of my work, follow-through, punctuality, and reliability.

I will show a positive attitude on the job.

I will get feedback from my supervisor on a regular basis on specific areas of strengths and areas to improve.

I will get feedback from customers and co-workers on my performance.

I will ask my supervisor to help me set performance goals. If this is not possible, I will set my own.

When evaluated, I will try to identify areas and opportunities for growth.

I will let my supervisor know what I have accomplished.

I will take advantage of company-offered training.

I will get training, if available, on my own time.

I will get involved with company-paid classes or tuition reimbursement programs.

I will volunteer for new assignments especially if they involve learning new skills.

I will volunteer for more responsibility.

Adapted from Life Work Portfolio, NOICC.