To be more accountable, we need to have practical habits to act on. Sometimes, we don’t hold ourselves accountable because we don’t know how to.
As you advance in your career, it’s important to understand what makes you tick so that you perform at your best.
Now that you know what drives you in your career paths, let’s design an approach to use your top drivers in your career development.
So, let’s create a plan!
The purpose of a plan is to give you a concrete structure to hold yourself accountable to. Without planning, it’s less likely that you’ll be successful in achieving your goal…which is, again, a matter of personal accountability.
So, to bring your career plan to reality, build accountability by following the 4Cs as an approach:
1. Capabilities
Assess your current capabilities and identify future capability requirements. If you’re interested in getting into management or progressing further than you already are, then you need to make that known.
2. Coaching
Identify and use resources for capability development—trainers, coaches, mentors, advisors, training programs, books, on-the-job rotations, etc.
3. Connections
Identify, network, and take help from people who would help you fulfill your plan. Think about how you can make influential connections both inside and outside the business.
4. Challenges
Identify challenges to materialize your career plan and prepare a contingency plan.
By following these steps, you can harness the power of accountability to drive your career forward and achieve your professional goals.
Strengthen Your Career with DOOR’s Accountability Programs
In addition to building personal accountability through the 4Cs approach, participating in structured accountability programs can further enhance your commitment to your career goals. DOOR’s training programs are specifically designed to integrate accountability into your professional development, offering the tools and guidance you need to stay on track. These programs provide a solid foundation for developing the skills, mindset, and network necessary to achieve long-term success, ensuring that you are fully equipped to meet and exceed your career aspirations.
