Susan Wilson’s Post

3 and 5 in this list are potentially great ways to set your career back. I can see that they are superficially appealing but not very good advice in reality.

I agree with the following truths: 1. Working for a boss or company that invests in your growth and cares about your future will always serve you better than being at a company that does not prioritize human sustainability. 2. Burnout is real and it helps no one, least of all yourself. People, like most things, work better when they unplug for a while and then plug back in. Don't be afraid to unplug. It helps me every time. #BGPAdvisory #humansustainability #burnout

Looking to bolster your career? These are all important tips to make sure you are looking out for Number One.

Take a break .. you ll come back with much more power after a break

No. 1 is gold

Working with people one likes and respects is a critical aspect of work satisfaction for many of us. It is also an important factor for being successful in your job. However, it is a tough dimension to assess in advance unless you already know people very familiar with the team you plan to join. Some tactics to consider during the interview process: - Connect to your future colleagues on LinkedIn (or other community platform) and ask for a quick chat. Ask them what they like most about their job. Listen for what is being mentioned and not mentioned. People will probably not want to share negative views so no need to go there. - Pay attention to what happens during the interview process, especially with the recruiting manager. Ask them questions about their team and what makes people successful at their job. Again, listen for what is being said and left unsaid. - If coming to the point where you are the preferred candidate, ask to meet your future team. Some orgs will welcome this step, others will not allow it. That in itself is a flag. Not a deal breaker but something to consider with everything you have learned about people who will form your team. And... be prepared to join only to find out that the great manager you were supposed to work for has moved on... Yes, that happens as well....

💟The most challenging leadership guidance to adhere to is the concept of "working on the business and not in the business." While it is a well-known principle for leaders, what obstacles prevent us from doing so? And how can we effectively implement the idea of "stepping away"?

This is the exact advice I give to my coaching clients! Take care of YOU first and all else will fall into place.

⏸️ Taking breaks isn't a luxury—it's essential for productivity and mental well-being. 🌱 Autonomy at work fuels creativity and ownership. 🌟 Recognition motivates and validates hard work. 🚀 Always keep an eye out for better opportunities—they could be life-changing. These are indeed the harsh truths about work that truly matter. 💼 #WorkLifeBalance #CareerGrowth #SelfCare

Good word! The value of a great boss coupled with the knowledge that the company was fine before you is a great motivator to take care of your mental health. I’ve long been a proponent of a positive-but-adversarial relationship with my employer. We’re making an exchange of my expertise for their money. Our interests are fundamentally opposed to each other - I’d like more money for less of my time, and they’d like the opposite. That relationship can still be positive and healthy, but we must each realize that that our arrangement is fundamentally temporary. It will, counterintuitively, be less temporary if my employer is interested in my long term development. Develop employees so they can leave you; treat them in such a way that they won’t want to.