This presentation is based on an article that appeared on HBR Blog Network titled Truths for Our Daughters by Joan Solotar  |  12:00 PM May 10, 2013 I feel this is applicable to all who take their work seriously, hence put up relevant points.

1. FAST TRACK YOUR CAREER
Sukanya Patwardhan
14th August 2013
Sukanya.patwardhan@gmail.com

2.  This presentation is based on an article that
appeared on HBR Blog Network titled
 Truths for Our Daughters
by Joan Solotar | 12:00 PM May 10, 2013
http://blogs.hbr.org/cs/2013/05/truths_for_our_daught
ers.html?goback=%2Egde_3359834_member_26530
9784#%21
I feel this is applicable to all who take their work
seriously, hence put up relevant points.

3.  Building a career — as you start to make decisions
about your life. These are some truths that help.
 Be confident. You approach multivariable calculus class
with coolness and calm. Bring that spirit into the
workforce with you.
 You don't need to "know it all" on day one. And neither
does anyone else, including that very confident-
sounding guy in the cube next to you. Even CEOs ask
questions.

4.  Get comfortable with being uncomfortable. It's easy to
hold yourself back by thinking there is someone else out
there who is more talented, more experienced, more
skilled. You won't grow in your career if you won't
venture beyond what you already are comfortable doing.
 You have no idea where your career will lead you
longer-term so think of it in smaller, manageable stages.
Opportunities will come along. Be fearless, take them,
and don't worry so much about what's next.

5.  Speak twice as loudly as you think you need to,
when you are making a presentation.
 Be prepared. Practice. Know the numbers inside
and out. Great business judgment develops with
time, but even on day one, you can have the facts
— and this is powerful.
 Find that person who believes in you — and then
listen to them, even if you don't like what they're
saying. You will look back and be thankful that you
did.

6.  Draw lines in the sand. Know what it is you absolutely
won't give up and stick to it. No one will thank you for
not having a life outside of work, never taking vacation.
The most successful people I know weave their lives
and work together throughout the week. This gives them
both career longevity and life fulfillment.
 You will frequently feel like you are not giving your 100%
best anywhere — either at home, at work, with friends,
with other outside interests. I feel like this all the time —
and it's okay. High achievers always strive to do more at
work, with family and friends, with your other outside
commitments and interest.

7.  Pay it forward and good things happen. Take the
call or the meeting request when friends and
colleagues reach out for business or career advice
and connect them with others who may be helpful.
They will remember and it's an easy and genuine
way to expand your network.
 Be ready — for anything.