5 ways to challenge yourself at the workplace

Posted by Kruti Shah on February 10th, 2021

There are many challenges faced by an organisation, but one of the most common worries is about finding the right candidate for the job and engaging their talent. Gujarat is a fast developing state with metro cities which are growing by leaps and bounds. There are plenty of urgent jobs in Ahmedabad and urgent jobs in Surat offered by top companies in Gujarat. Eligible candidates can benefit from the help of placement agencies in the city. If you are looking for part-time jobs, then also there are many organisations which have vacancies for the same. 

Whether you are a potential job seeker or an employee in an organization, your current role and future prospects are important for your career growth. A recent survey among private sector employees showed that over 85% experienced stress at work. Out of the many reasons, some key factors causing stress ranged from anxiety about job status, performance evaluation, financial uncertainty, work-life balance etc.

Here are the 5 ways to challenge yourself at the workplace

1. Redefine your Career Objectives

Are you bored of the routine work at the office? Then think over what you really wish to accomplish at your work. Once your objectives are in place, do a gap analysis between your current job role and what additional skills or experience you will need to attain your future goals. The understanding of a stronger purpose impacts your sense of action. Best thing you can do is consult your manager or any other mentor in this regard.

2. Bridge the Skills Gap

Once you have identified that skill gap which is hindering your progress at work, you can work towards minimizing the gap. Learn a new skill, or change your job role or undertake a training session to upgrade your knowledge. Acquiring skills outside one's area of specialisation and job role should be a priority for you. One of the most effective ways to challenge yourself at the workplace.

3. Expand your network 

There is a saying 'It is not what you know matters, but who you know that matters in your career.' So apt isn't it. Though you may have the right skills and talent, if you don't have the right connections in your workplace then it may hamper your progress. Having professional connections help to identify the right opportunities in the company. Build strong connections within your current workplace to stay ahead of the competition.

4. Differentiate Yourself

Another saying goes like this, 'work hard but work smart.' How true indeed. Smart ideas are always welcome at the workplace. And finding innovative solutions to problems will make you stand out from the crowd, which is very important to differentiate yourself from others at the workplace. When most of the employees are struggling with work life balance, you need to build up your unique profile and make sure it matches with your career objectives.

5. Embrace Multiple Roles

One may witness that organisations will strive to do more with less manpower. This may result in jobs getting combined and emergence of fluid work positions. In such a scenario, one must be ready to perform multiple and tangible roles, more than what their job description had stipulated. Plus you must be willing to take charge and embrace leadership roles.

Employees and potential job-seekers are mainly worried about their future career progress. However, it is important to remember that career growth doesn't necessarily mean multiple promotions within the same company or acquiring a higher position in another. There are many ways to promote your career growth by challenging yourself at the workplace. It can be achieved through acquisition of new skills, connections, newer experiences at workplaces and so on.

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