In a working world that’s filled with 3 billion working people, it can become very easy to get lost in the Crowd. Learning to stand out, to emerge from the masses, and let your potential shine can be the key to success. But stepping away from the pack, can be the hardest part. Luckily there are few things you can do to differentiate yourself from the rest.
Be Kind
Being able to put a smile on, day after day can help uplift the attitude of your fellow co-workers. No one likes to work with someone who’s negative, complains all day and is more destructive than Constructive. Being kind, pleasant to be around and positive can instil a constructive attitude that gets noticed by upper management. Showing that you can stay confident and up-beat no matter what the work day brings, portrays a certain sense of control and professionalism. When you start to moan about the amount of work you have to do it can be off putting and annoying to other people in the office. Instead of thinking about how much you have to do, just go ahead and do it. Plough through it without any complaints, and your boss will certainly notice you.
Get Results
People will often pay more Attention to what you do, than what you say. Let your bite be worse than your bark. Once you can deliver results, and good work, people will start to notice you. If you can do something very well, start focusing on doing that thing in the best possible manner. Continue to improve it, and try to be the person they call when they need that specific skill. You’ll garner more positive attention in the work environment, as well as the business sphere. You may find that you get more job offers, freelance work, and recognition. All of which can help you create a better work ethic, which in turn will allow you to create better work, which means better results.
Be actively engaged in the work process as well as dedicated and engaged, and you’ll start to stand out.
Be Unique
If you have an idea, and you think it could work, go ahead and try. It doesn’t matter if no-one else is doing it yet, that just means that no-one’s thought of it. It becomes effortless and painless to stand out when you’re doing something no-one else is doing. Garnering that kind of attention can be constructive in the working world, because it allows you to get your name out. People start hearing about you. They start researching you. And they start seeing the accomplishments you’ve achieved. So look for ways to differentiate yourself from the crowd, but also know when to stick with the trends. Learning the difference can be a vital key to success.
Roaming with the pack can be easy, and comforting. But comfort is also the enemy of success. So get out of your comfort zone, get results, be yourself and be kind. You’ll find yourself making your way up the corporate ladder in no time at all.
