The Lazy Careerist
December 9th, 2009I think back to my time before being self-employed, and ponder on what I did for my career.
On the one hand, I did all the right stuff to build the content of my resume (titles, schooling, etc.).
On the other hand, I did the bare minimum.
I assumed. And I was lazy.
I think I was normal.
I’m not saying that normal means people who don’t do what they *should* … rather, I’m saying I see a lot of people who don’t do what they ought to do.
Bare minimum vs. doing all the right things.
The problem was I spent my time working for my employer, assuming the employer would take care of me.
We all know how that works out.
Can I implore you to take yourself out of lazy, or assuming, mode, with regard to your career?
I guess it’s okay to be lazy and assuming with regarding to career management, as long as you got a job, but when that job ends (for a variety of reasons), you will regret it, and it can set you back months (and months and months).
December 9th, 2009 at 9:38 am
I agree in general with what you are saying. The key is don’t be lazy and plan ahead. For me, and others, I think the hardest part is finding factual data to base your career plans. This is exactly why we started http://jobtitled.com . It brings an analytical approach to career management.
December 9th, 2009 at 4:58 pm
So Jason, I want to write this book with you. When do I get to be one of your expert writers so that I can grow your immense empire. I like the Lazy Careerist. I want to meet him or her.
December 9th, 2009 at 5:04 pm
@Brendan, very interesting tool – I’m going to spend more time checking it out!
@John, about time you decide to write a book with me
December 9th, 2009 at 8:29 pm
How about _The Career Potato_?
December 10th, 2009 at 9:03 am
Ah yes, beautiful … instead of the couch potato…