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How can you leverage external resources for career development?

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Career development is a lifelong process of learning, growing, and advancing in your chosen field. It can help you achieve your personal and professional goals, increase your satisfaction and motivation, and prepare you for future challenges and opportunities. However, career development is not something that you can do alone. You need to leverage external resources that can support your journey and provide you with valuable insights, feedback, guidance, and opportunities. In this article, we will explore some of the external resources that you can use for career development and how to make the most of them.

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1 Online courses and platforms

Enrolling in online courses and platforms is a convenient way to learn new skills, update your knowledge, and earn certifications. You can find options that fit your learning style, budget, and goals, from free to paid, from general to specialized, from self-paced to instructor-led. Online courses and platforms can help you acquire relevant skills, demonstrate your competence, expand your network, and increase your visibility. To leverage them for career development, you should identify your learning objectives and gaps, research and compare the options, plan and commit to your learning, and apply and share what you learned. Consider what skills you need to improve or acquire to advance in your career; the trends and demands in your field; the best online courses and platforms for your field and level; the learning outcomes, requirements, costs, and benefits of each option; how much time and money you can invest in learning; how you will balance learning with work and personal life; how you will track progress; how you will use what you learned in current or future roles; how you will showcase achievements on resumes or social media; and how you will connect with other learners and instructors.

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Mahamithra S R

Project Manager @ RingCentral | Orchestrating Impactful Programs | Empowering Change | Transforming Communities | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt | ESG and Climate Change
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Online courses and platforms are like a treasure trove for boosting your career. A few years ago, I was at a crossroads in my job. So, I searched for online courses, found a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification program, and enrolled. These courses aren't just about learning; they're about joining a community of fellow learners and experts. The flexibility of self-paced learning made it easy to fit around my job and life. So, if you're considering online learning, don't hesitate. Whether it's a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or another certification, it's a game-changer. You'll gain skills, join a supportive community, and supercharge your career. It's a fantastic tool to transform your professional journey

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2 Mentors and coaches

Leveraging mentors and coaches for career development is a valuable external resource. A mentor has more experience and expertise in your field and can offer advice, guidance, and support. A coach helps identify strengths, weaknesses, goals, and actions and holds you accountable for results. To make the most of mentors and coaches, you should define your expectations and needs, find and select a suitable mentor or coach, establish and maintain a productive relationship, and review and celebrate your outcomes. When assessing potential mentors or coaches, consider their fit with you, how you will set goals and expectations, give and receive feedback, handle conflicts or disagreements, measure progress and achievements, acknowledge the mentor or coach, and decide when to end or continue the relationship.

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Mahamithra S R

Project Manager @ RingCentral | Orchestrating Impactful Programs | Empowering Change | Transforming Communities | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt | ESG and Climate Change
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In a pivotal career moment, I sought a mentor's guidance for industry insights and a coach to fine-tune my skills. My mentor offered wisdom and direction, while my coach held me accountable for growth. They transformed my career, guiding me through challenges and encouraging me to take on leadership roles. Seeking mentors and coaches is a game-changer for career development

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3 Professional associations and networks

A third external resource for career development is a professional association or network. Professional associations are organizations that represent and support a specific profession or industry, while professional networks are groups of people who share a common interest, goal, or field. Leveraging professional associations and networks for career development involves identifying and joining the right ones, engaging and contributing actively, and expanding and diversifying your network. To do this, you should consider the most reputable and influential associations in your field, as well as the benefits and costs of joining them. Additionally, you should think about how to introduce yourself and build relationships with other members, how to share your expertise and insights, how to offer and seek help and support, how to connect with people from different backgrounds, roles, and sectors, how to leverage social media and online platforms to reach out and follow up, and how to maintain and nurture your contacts.

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Mallori Steele

Strategic L&D Consultant | Corporate Trainer | Learning Experience Designer | Program Manager | Project Manager
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I founded a professional association and network, Black in L&D (learning and development). One thing I continually emphasize is the importance of adding value. It truly makes a community thrive! Being a part of a professional network isn't just about taking and benefiting from others; it's about supporting, helping, and adding value to the group. When you’re seen as someone who adds value, it’s what makes networking in these spaces so valuable when it comes to advancing and growing your career. By being someone who can contribute, support, and encourage others, in addition to asking for help when needed, you can truly benefit from being a part of professional communities.

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Mahamithra S R

Project Manager @ RingCentral | Orchestrating Impactful Programs | Empowering Change | Transforming Communities | Lean Six Sigma Black Belt | ESG and Climate Change
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I can't stress enough how groups like professional associations, alumni networks, and LinkedIn communities have made a big difference in my career. A few years ago, I felt a bit lonely in my work and knew I needed to learn more. So, I joined a professional group related to my job. I also got involved in my school's alumni network and some LinkedIn groups. These places were great for meeting experienced people who were happy to help me. I found mentors who could guide me through tough situations and give me advice from their own careers. What's cool about these groups is that it's not just about getting help; you can also give back by sharing what you know. This can lead to unexpected opportunities.

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