7 Mistakes that will

bring your career

to a Grinding Halt

1. Forgetting the niceties of good manners: Ok so some of us are doing more to get to the

top, only reinforces the need to treat others how you would like to be treated yourself.

There’s an old saying: “be nice to the people on your way up, because you’ll also be seeing

them on your way down.”

2. Social Media Madness: Not everything you think, do and eat needs to go on Facebook or

be ###’d on Twitter. Having a short moment to think about a pic or thought that just rocked

your world but might poison someone else’s, because once it’s out there, it’s out there

forever.

3. Start relying on past successes and leave your future success to chance and reputation.

4. Forget your strengths and stress over your weaknesses: Remind yourself of the

reason you’re already moving up, you’re strong points, list them if you have to. As for

your weaknesses, that’s what your team’s for.

5. I have a circle of friends and acquaintances, no need for anymore: A continued focus on

networking in business and social situations is essential for keeping abreast of the latest

ideas in the market and making new contacts. The golf course is still the number 1 place.

6. Let your golf game go: Golfers on average, get paid more and have more time to spend

with the boss and important clients. It takes a good 4 hours to play 18 rounds and playing

well keeps you up with the important ‘players’.

7. Dress like you don’t care: Dressing down, Harry Casual, Nigel No Shave or trim will have

your seniors looking to someone else for important clients. Caring for your appearance, is a

demonstration of care and attention to detail.