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You can distinguish yourself as a leader at any point in your career from entry-level to seasoned executive. Lead through collaboration, bring out the best on your team, and ask for what you need in a work environment.  You won’t ever get it if you don’t ask!

Consider these points as you develop your career goals:

Show Up: Half the battle is being present. Always take a seat at the table so you are recognized and visible to others. The “table” is wherever you are so position yourself wisely.

Speak Up: Be concise, clear, and confident in your communication. Use professional language, state – don’t ask, and stop apologizing!

Stand Out: Distinguish yourself by showcasing your emotional intelligence, be willing to increase your visibility by seeking out opportunities to impact change. Have a point of view.

Connect Up: Create meaningful relationships and leverage new opportunities where you can play to your strengths. Always think about ways to grow your community and interact with people who will give you the chance to thrive. And consider how you can pay-it-forward to others.

Fill Up: Be a lifelong learner and continuously seek opportunities to grow and expand your knowledge base and your comfort zone. You can participate in formal credentialing through workshops, webinars, conferences, and degree programs, or absorb the wisdom of others through interaction. Consider yourself a sponge ready to soak up new ideas to help you move forward.