
Michael C. Hyter
A strategic career development guide focusing on efficacy, confidence, and influence to empower professionals to shape their success.
The concept of 'Efficacy' in career development originated from Dr. Jeff Howard's work in the 1970s at Harvard University.
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Imagine standing at the threshold of your career, eager to make your mark. You might believe that mastering your technical tasks will be your ticket to success. But
Think of technical skills as the bedrock — the knowledge and expertise that enable you to perform your job accurately and reliably. Without this, your career will stall. But what happens when many around you share this technical competence? What sets you apart then?
Enter relational skills: the art of connecting with others, building trust, and navigating the complex web of workplace relationships. It’s not about friendships or popularity contests; it’s about creating mutual respect and shared objectives that enable collaboration. Consider the story of a young professional who made a bold move to approach a revered CFO, despite being low on the organizational ladder. This simple act of reaching out led to mentorship and opportunities that propelled their career forward.
But even relationships are not enough. To truly shape your career, you need influence skills — the ability to persuade, negotiate, and engineer outcomes that align with your goals. Influence is not about manipulation; it’s about crafting mutually beneficial solutions and mobilizing others to action. Imagine a warehouse supervisor who initially wanted to avoid a project but chose instead to engage, understand team members' perspectives, and propose ideas that transformed processes. His influence grew, and so did his career.
With this foundation, you’re ready to explore the mindset that will fuel your growth and resilience. Let’s turn to the power of belief and how your mindset shapes your potential.
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