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Take Action Tuesday-Get In the Driver's Seat

Posted By: Shauntae Jordan on October 19, 2011


7 Take Action Tips

1.- Say what you want: No one will now what you need, want or desire if you don't let them know. You must first let yourself know what it is you want. Be clear!

2. Assess Yourself- Evaluate who you are, what you want to become and what you can offer.

3.



Increase Your Level of Influence: Connect with people who have a like mind as yours or who are doing things bigger than you are currently.

4. Remove Self-Doubt - Don't be your own critic.

5. Generate a networking list - Who do you know already?

6. Map Out Your Goals - What is it you want to achieve?

7. Become a self-publicist - Sell yourself to the fullest. You must be your own agent.

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