What's Your Niche?

Finding your Niche in the Workplace

WORKPLACEEMPLOYEEADVOCACY

Todd Leadens

3/29/20231 min read

selective focus photography of chess pieces
selective focus photography of chess pieces

Finding your place in the workplace is super important to feel good about your job and be successful. You need to figure out what you're good at, what you like, and what matters to you, and then make sure it fits with what your company needs. Here are some tips for finding your place without using fancy words:

  1. Think About Yourself: Take some time to think about what you're good at and what you like doing. What makes you happy and gives you energy? Think about what matters to you and how it fits with what your company is all about.

  2. Ask for Feedback: Ask your boss, coworkers, and other people you trust what they think you're good at and what you need to work on. This can help you figure out where you excel and what you need to improve.

  3. Keep Learning: Go to conferences, take courses, and read about things that interest you. This can help you learn new skills and become more valuable to your company.

  4. Connect with People: Get to know your coworkers and other people in your industry. This can help you learn about new opportunities and figure out what you want to do.

  5. Take Action: Once you know what you're good at and what you like, take action to make it happen. Look for ways to help out on new projects, work with others, and make a difference at your company.

In short, finding your place in the workplace is an ongoing process that requires you to think about yourself, get feedback, learn new things, connect with people, and take action. By doing these things, you can find your place and be happy and successful at work. So, get started, take some risks, and find your place in the workplace!