Put into practice what you learn. Don’t be afraid to put the ideas that you learn in your reading and studying into practice on the job. Make sure that you have the clearance of your manager or company before taking unilateral action but don’t shy away from trying an idea that can help your company. Even if you feel that your overall company might be somewhat backwards, perhaps your department or division or team might benefit from your new found ideas. Again, act in accordance with your manager. Even though you are not the CEO or president or even executive vice president, you can create a pocket of greatness in your own group.
Author Jim Collins in his book Good to Great, tells us that greatness can exist within a company that may not be great. If your responsibility is for a division or smaller group, make it your goal that greatness will be the norm for your group. You can be a Level 1 Leader even if you only manage a small group or division. Strive to make it great using teamwork and leadership.
Wherever you work and whatever you do, be the best at it. Come in a little early every day and stay a little late. Be attentive to all that affects your job and how it might help you to advance in your career. Always strive to be the best you your field. Get advice from others whom you perceive to be the best in your field and copy what they do that brings them success. Don’t be satisfied to just have a job and draw a paycheck. Anyone can do that but this is not for you. If you are unhappy with your job or career, get started on fixing that. You should find a career that you can love.
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