Managers aren't meeting the expectations of those newly hired out of college. New hires aren't meeting the expectations of managers. Why is there a disconnect?
There are a number of books out there that try to address embarking on a career, and the one that is on the top of my list right now is Dan Pink's
It's the story of Johnny who let others pick his field of study and is at last working at a first job he's not particularly great at, with a boss who isn't particularly kind or helpful, while he pines for what he truly has a passion for. Through a career counselor in the form of an anime muse, he learns some life lessons that set him up for success:
These are all valuable lessons and the earlier they're learned the better. No matter how much we plan, the best things in life happen from opportunities and serendipity-- keep you're eyes wide open. We need to think of our careers not as a promotion-driven ladder, but as an experience-based lattice. Scaffolding helps us follow jobs that suit our strengths and interests and open doors to other worlds of work.
If you're willing to help others and to be persistent, you will have your time to shine and have your share of opportunities. Take risks and learn and grow from mistakes. In the end, you want to look back and see that you made a difference in a way that means something to you. Don't put this part off, start today!
For more, please see Dan Pink's website at
www.johnnybunko.com
Other advice:
Meg Jay's Why 30 is not the new 20
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