10 Career Moves That Will Change Your Life ( thread 🧵)
Your career isn’t just a job—it’s the vehicle that can take you to the life you dream of. But success doesn’t happen by accident.
Here are 10 actions on how to take control:
1️⃣ Be the CEO of Your Career
Stop thinking like an employee. No one will build your career for you. Make strategic moves, take calculated risks, and don’t wait for opportunities—create them.
2️⃣ Master a High-Value Skill
Being “good” at your job isn’t enough anymore. In a world of automation and competition, ask yourself: What can I do that is rare, in demand, and difficult to replace? That’s your edge.
3️⃣ Build a Reputation, Not Just a Résumé
People don’t just hire skills—they hire trust, credibility, and expertise. Whether online or offline, position yourself as someone who delivers value and gets results.
4️⃣ Surround Yourself with the Right People
Talent matters, but relationships open doors. Find mentors, build meaningful connections, and align yourself with people who inspire growth—not just those who keep you comfortable.
5️⃣ Ask for What You Deserve
Your employer won’t wake up one day and decide to pay you more. If you’re adding value, speak up, negotiate, and demand your worth—because underpaid work leads to career frustration.
6️⃣ Don’t Rely on One Source of Income
One paycheck is one point of failure. Whether it’s freelancing, investing, or consulting, find ways to create financial security beyond your salary.
7️⃣ Stay Relevant or Get Left Behind
Industries evolve. If you’re not learning, you’re becoming outdated. Make it a habit to upgrade your knowledge and stay ahead of trends. Adaptability is the ultimate job security.
8️⃣ Keep Receipts of Your Wins
Never assume people see your impact. Document your achievements—successful projects, revenue increases, client results. Your track record is your leverage for better opportunities.
9️⃣ Know When to Walk Away
If a job no longer helps you grow or achieve your financial goals, don’t let fear keep you stuck. The best opportunities often come after the boldest decisions.
🔟 Master the Human Side of Work
Technical skills may get you hired, but leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence will get you promoted. The ability to navigate people is a superpower.
🚀 Your career is in your hands. Make bold, intentional moves.
🚀 Your career is in your hands. Make bold, intentional moves.
Dr. Evans Duah is a Lecturer | Finance Expert | Mandela Washington Fellow | Most Influential Young Economist SSA | Author
