Corporate Lessons

It’s been 2.5 yrs since I have been in the corporate way of life. Having spent some time here I think I should write down some lessons that I have learnt here (Oh no!! another management Guru in the making ??). I will try to update this whenever I can and will also try to remember these things in my journey further in this Big Bad world…..

1. Never give advice until asked for.Whatever you say as a gesture of goodwill
can be held against you.

2. Always document whatever work you do.Someone is sure to ask.

3. In the workplace we only have colleagues and not friends.They would do
anything to go up...even walk over you.

4. Always be committed to learn and explore.The day you stop learning you are dead.

5. Never fail to ask for what you truly deserve.It's the crying baby who drinks
the milk.

6. Work Hard.The hardest you can.

7. Always be clear about what you can or cannot do.Give realistic deadlines
which you know you can meet.

8. Never be afraid to raise an issue.It can be a bomb waiting to explode.

9. There is no job security.Be the best man in the team...someone who cannot
be replaced....and you will be secure.

10. Always keep your position safe,so that no one can point fingers at you if
something goes wrong.

11. Always be ready to help others.You never know when you might need their help.

12. Don't look for appreciation to come your way.It is not in your hands.
Be your own motivator.Give a pat on your back when you do good work and
kick yourself when you make a mistake.