RICHARD EDGE
RELATIONSHIPS: ESSENTIAL FOR CAREER SUCCESS by Richard Edge, CEO at Careerships
INTRODUCTION
you a considerable advantage over others who do not
A career is a part of our lives which often defines
take the time to invest in their relationships.
us. It is, therefore, no surprise our relationships with our work colleagues play a significant role in our
In this article, I aim to share the tricks that will help
progression, achievement and self-esteem.
you be seen and remembered. I’ll suggest steps you can take to perform these tricks. And I’ll show
The connections formed and built throughout our
you how technology can help us better understand
working lives shape how we view our industries,
one another.
communication skills, goals and aspirations, whether those relationships were good or bad.
Let’s get to it!
My experience as a human resources specialist,
FOUR TRICKS AND STEPS TO IMPROVE YOUR CAREER RELATIONSHIPS
director, consultant and personal career coach has enabled me to meet a great number of people with exciting minds who have offered many thought-
1. The key to career and relationships: be nice!
provoking assessments of how we work best in
You would think this to be common sense, but many
groups and as individuals.
people still have a cutthroat approach to careers and business. Here’s something to think about: the world
One thing has always rung true: the importance of
is a small place, and it’s getting smaller. How does
relationships in our working lives. Relationships are at
that small world see you?
the core of our personalities. People often forget this truth, whether they are C-suite executives or mid-level
The world of tech is one of the most interconnected
employees, or are just starting their career paths.
business communities on the planet. It is filled with the brightest minds, working across a global
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Understanding the significance of how you approach
platform, interacting and connecting. Cultural
those you encounter throughout your career can give
and geographical boundaries are crossed in most
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