3 Steps to Being Taken Seriously in Business
Young people today are go-getters. They know what they want and aren’t afraid to work hard to get there. That being said, more experienced co-workers don’t often take kindly to being told what to do by a much younger person who is in charge. It’s an imbalance of the status quo. So what is a young person in the business world to do? Here are 3 steps to help you get started.
1. Show Some Respect
In order to gain respect, you need to show respect to those around you. Let them know that you appreciate their knowledge and years of experience. Flattery will get you everywhere, but only if it is genuine. And don’t be afraid to take advice, after all that’s exactly what is expected of you. No one is rooting for you to fail, so in order to get ahead, be humble and learn as many lessons as you can.
2. Knowledge
As a younger person, specifically a young person in charge, you are going to constantly have to prove your depth of knowledge of the industry that you are in. This may not seem fair, but in order to maintain your place, you need to show initiative and conviction to your job at all times. Remember, your knowledge got you your job, and there’s nothing wrong with having to prove that every so often.
3. Dress The Part
Do you really expect to be taken seriously in skinny jeans and a plaid dress shirt? If you want respect, sometimes it needs to be commanded, and it all starts with your appearance. Invest in a good suit that fits your properly (this goes for women too), a nice brief case, and an air of confidence to match. Dress for the job you want AND for the job you have.
Do you have any tips for young people entering the business world? Leave them in the comments section below!
