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e. Become politically active. It’s been said you can learn more about people in the political arena than any other place. You’ll gain insight and understanding from your involvement in your community and country’s political system.
f. Keeping accurate records of all your contacts is vital to maintaining business relationships. You can use a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant,) appointment book, journal, business cards, etc.— but keep good records.
g. Always acknowledge help. Write thank you notes or letters to those who have helped you in any way. Always return phone calls and emails. Not recognizing a favor or courtesy can be very damaging.
Play the Game to Win
“No person will have occasion to complain
of the want of time who never loses any. It is wonderful how much can be done if we are always doing.”
~ Thomas Jefferson
What You Should Know...
To be at your best if you’re interested in, working with, or interviewing with a company, you need to research the following information about them. You can use the internet, library, published business reports, the newspaper, etc.
a. Exactly what business does this company conduct?
b. What are their main products, services, and any important features?
c. How long has the company been in business? What is its growth record?
d. Whorunsthecompany?Whatkindofpeopleworkthere?
e. Are special credentials or training required to work for this company?
f. What is their hiring procedure?
g. What are the specifics of the job you’re applying for, such as duties
and responsibilities? Are there opportunities for advancement and self-improvement? What may be the downside of the job?
3. Time Wise with the 24-Hour Rule
Everyone in the game has only 24 hours a day. Successful people have no more time than anyone else. Winners and losers share the same amount of time each day. However, how each person uses
his time greatly determines his level of productivity and success.
“Time is not an enemy to cut us down at just the moment when victory is at hand. Neither is it a friend to occasionally stop the clock, bringing extra minutes of breathing space to our cramped and hurried lives. Time is merely a road we travel at a steady pace with destinations on the way. Some travelers visit only high spots, while others stop to treasure each nook...”
~ B.V. Cheyenne
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