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Community User · 5d ago

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Over my career I've built a broad, generalist skill set - but with the rise of AI and increasing specialisation, I'm wondering if this is still the best way to stay relevant or if I should double down on a specific focus like brand, product, or digital marketing. Has anyone faced a similar fork in the road, and how did you decide whether to go niche or stay general? Did it limit your career opportunities, or open them up?

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Airlangga · 3d ago

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Every Friday at 4:45pm, I spend 15 minutes jotting down: • One win (with numbers if possible) • One challenge I navigated • One thing I learned That's it. Takes 15 minutes. After a year? I had rock-solid evidence of my impact for my performance review. My boss was floored by my "incredible memory" for results. Not memory. Just good notes. 😉

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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📣 IMPORTANT MESSAGE 📣 We can't stress how important it is to resign from a job on good terms! Here's how to: 🫶 Have the chat in person first 🫶 Hand in your official letter promptly 🫶 Show appreciation for the opportunity 🫶 Get things wrapped up before you leave Here's why you shouldn't burn all the bridges on your way out: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-resign-without-burning-bridges Ever felt tempted to make a dramatic exit? Tell us how you handled it.

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Community User · 4d ago

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Just came across this article thought it really hit home: How to beat tall poppy syndrome at work - www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-beat-tall-poppy-syndrome-at-work Sometimes I catch myself holding back at work just to avoid looking like I'm trying too hard or standing out too much. Reading this reminded me that being passionate and driven isn’t something to downplay. Curious to hear, have you ever felt like the “tall poppy” at work or in life? What helped you push through it?

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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Calling in sick for work shouldn't feel as scary as it does. We all take sickies, so why is it so hard? ☎️ Here's how to do it properly: ⏰ Call/message as soon as you know you're not going in 😷 Provide a general reason for your absence – "I have a migraine" is enough 📥 Hand over any urgent work ❗ Keep your boss updated if you need more time off We wrote some go-to "call in sick" messages here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-call-in-sick-to-work What's yours?

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Humberto · 2d ago

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Hi everyone! 👋 I'm new to this community and wanted to introduce myself. I specialize in CRM consulting (mostly Zoho) and business process automation. I'm planning to relocate to New Zealand and would appreciate any tips on job hunting in tech/consulting, or insights about the local business culture. Looking forward to learning from you!

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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Work will test you sometimes, but the important thing is how you bounce back. How do you stay resilient when things get tough? 🥊 Try to see challenges as chances to grow 🥊 Work on your problem-solving skills 🥊 Prioritise and compartmentalise 🥊 Take regular breaks 🥊 Reflect on past challenges 🥊 Nurture your relationships Full article: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-build-resilience-at-work-examples-and-tips Got more to add? We'd love to see it in the comments.

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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Have you heard of FOBO? It's the fear of becoming obsolete – and it can make you feel stressed for the future. Nobody's got time for that! In case of FOBO, here are four ways to fight it: 1. Stay up to date with the latest tech (yes, that includes AI) 💻 2. Work on your people skills 💬 3. Rethink the situation 🧠 4. Connect with your peers 👩🏻‍🤝‍👩🏾👬 Get more advice for your FOBO game plan here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-beat-fobo-the-fear-of-becoming-obsolete

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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What is EQ? 🤔 Emotional intelligence is a super power in the workplace. It helps you: 💪 Roll with changes 💪 Take ownership of mistakes 💪 Work on weaknesses 💪 Support teammates 💪 Take feedback onboard 💪 Use your strengths effectively EQ is never too late to learn. Here are some tips for building your EQ: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/emotional-intelligence-at-work-examples-and-tips If you have advice for building EQ, share it with the team below.

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SEEK Admin · 2d ago

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Skills are one thing, but patience... that's a super power. How do you show patience when work gets stressful? Here are some tips for cultivating this life skill: 🧘🏻‍♀️ Pause before reacting 😮‍💨 Take a deep breath 🧠 Reframe the moment 🫶 Practice empathy 😎 Manage your stress 💗 Practice patience with yourself Here's more advice on being more zen: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-be-more-patient-at-work-examples-and-tips How do you keep your cool in the workplace?