6 Career Mistakes You Need To Avoid

We all make mistakes during our careers, and mistakes are oftentimes an opportunity for us to learn! However, it is important to recognize the most common career mistakes so that you can anticipate and avoid them. 

Some of the most common career mistakes involve not setting clear expectations and not promoting/selling yourself! 

You owe it to yourself and the progression of your career to not be shy about your skills and achievements, and make sure that you’re always letting people know what to expect from you and what you expect from them. 


6 Biggest Career Mistakes To Avoid: 

✄ Not Making A Career Game Plan 

  • You need to have a clear vision about the career goals you’ve set for the year

✄ Not Setting Clear Expectations With Your Manager 

  • Your manager cannot read your mind - let them know how you would like to be supported

✄ Being Overly Apologetic 

  • It’s okay to apologize but remember that it’s important to take ownership of your mistakes and say “thank you for this feedback”

✄ Refusing To Ask For Help & Not Delegating Tasks 

  • You risk the timely completion of career goals if you neglect getting help when you feel overwhelmed

✄ Copying Someone Else’s Career Path

  • Be inspired by the career paths of other people but remember that you must create your own path

✄ Not Speaking About Your Ideas or Accomplishments

  • Speak up in meetings and with your manager about the great things you’re working on

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