9 principles for taking back your career

BUSINESS ANALYSIS - THE NEXT GENERATION, BASSA 2014

Michelle van Kesteren & Charlene Smith, Sept ‘14

I didn’t get a promotion because

my manager doesn’t like me!

I’ve been in the same role for 4 years;

I deserve a promotion!

4. Gather feedback

1. Understand your role

2. Avoid stereotyping

3. Set targets (& hit them!)

6. Mentorship & coaching

7. Competency growth

8. Follow your aspirations

9. Right mindset 5. Take control!

UNDERSTAND YOUR ROLE What does it mean to be a Business Analyst in your organisation?

1 PRINCIPLE #

Tools & methodology

Job description Interpersonal skills

AVOID STEREOTYPING Don’t box yourself in

Learn continually Be T-shaped Set stretch goals

2 PRINCIPLE #

SET TARGETS (& HIT THEM!) Set competency-based goals and make them happen

3 PRINCIPLE #

GATHER FEEDBACK Feedback is your friend; seek it constantly

Realistic reflection Identify excellence Room to grow

4 PRINCIPLE #

TAKE CONTROL! Take responsibility for your own career growth

Be responsible Be open minded Be a role model

5 PRINCIPLE #

MENTORING & COACHING Ensure that someone is watching your game

Encouragement & guidance

Highlight blind spots

Move beyond your comfort zone

6 PRINCIPLE #

COMPETENCY GROWTH Centre conversations around competency growth rather than performance

Explore your passion

Grow your skills Compliment your team

PRINCIPLE # 7

FOLLOW YOUR ASPIRATIONS Do you want a career, or a job?

It’s a journey Fulfillment It’s about your passion

8 PRINCIPLE #

RIGHT MINDSET Push your own limits!

Be proactive! Be positive Create your own opportunities

9 PRINCIPLE #

4. Gather feedback

1. Understand your role

2. Avoid stereotyping

3. Set targets (& hit them!)

6. Mentorship & coaching

7. Competency growth

8. Follow your aspirations

9. Right mindset 5. Take control!

MichellevK@Saratoga.co.za | CharleneS@Saratoga.co.za THANKS FOR WATCHING :)