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At some point in your professional journey, you’ll inevitably find yourself seeking career advice.

Maybe you want to make your daily routine more productive or emulate the habits of successful people for faster progress toward achieving your goals. Whatever the reason, it’s healthy to want an outside opinion, benchmark, or mentor to guide your development.

These connections are all the more important if you’re a woman or member of another minority group in the office. Sometimes, the deck can really feel stacked against you—and sometimes, it is. You may find yourself wondering if what you’re experiencing is a sign that your company’s glass ceiling is too low, or if there are ways you can take charge of a bad situation.

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To gain some insights, we spoke to three women in leadership at GLOBIS University. Here are a few of their success habits and other career advice for women in business.

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Know the value of your time.

Your time is limited, so get into the habit of thinking about how your time is being used before taking action. This is a good practice for anyone, not just women.

When faced with a problem, it’s easy to waste time on tasks that have simple solutions. Instead, try thinking about two things first:

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  • Who is this task for?
  • What is the purpose of this task?

For example, you may want to help a coworker who is struggling. But is that really best? Perhaps your organization would say their frustrating task should be canceled altogether. Or it may be better to let your coworker work out a solution on their own, putting themselves in their boss’s shoes.

Additionally, women are often asked to do things because it’s assumed we’ll just do whatever’s asked. We need to break that cycle. You can become a more reliable employee in the long run if you show that you can stay focused on the big picture.

The more limited your time, the more important it is to spend that time on things that will yield positive results. Think about what kind of person you want to be seen as. And don’t forget to approach your work with a calm attitude—that’s an important skill to have as a businessperson.

Tomoko Kimijima, Managing Director at GLOBIS Corporation

Make yourself visible.

Sometimes, particularly with women, there’s a visibility issue. We tend to be hardworking and have a strong sense of responsibility and ownership, but somehow we struggle to be seen.

You can start counteracting this by networking. Create connections within your organization across different teams and departments. Remember these connections are based on give and take. Lending a hand and adding value beyond your official scope of work is certainly something that will be remembered positively.

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Be open about the scope of your work, as well. Share what you are working on with other stakeholders, not only your direct boss and team members. This will help people acknowledge your contribution and role within the organization.

Mentors can also have a huge impact along your career path, regardless of their gender. Someone who believes in your potential and is eager to invest time and energy can provide valuable insights and career tips to navigate the business world.

—Cristiana Celli, Team Leader at GLOBIS University

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Know your limits, but share your strengths.

Though it may be uncomfortable, recognition is a fundamental part of working your way up in an organization and finding career success as a woman.

Oftentimes, women fail to convey achievements clearly and effectively. We get caught up in deadlines and to-do lists, or we simply don’t like to brag about ourselves. However, it can be very frustrating to work hard and get results, only to realize that people recognize just a small part of what we do.

In addition, every woman will, at least once in her lifetime, feel diminished or undervalued because of appearance or cultural expectations of gender. Self-esteem is an important factor that keeps you afloat when you encounter these situations in the workplace and beyond.

I am lucky enough to have been raised by a couple of hardworking parents who never relied on gender-biased labels—what toys to play with when I was a kid or what attitude I should have to be a “good girl.” That helped me see possibilities for my future. But not everyone is so lucky.

There are many ways to work on your self-confidence, but remember this: It’s a continuous effort. Having a growth mindset as a lifelong learner is an important factor. As you expand your skillset, you build your confidence.

—Cristiana Celli, Team Leader at GLOBIS University

Never stop learning.

It’s difficult to choose the “most” important habit for an aspiring career person, regardless of gender. However, if I had to pick one, I would say continuous learning.

The job market is constantly changing, and those who can adapt to new technologies, work processes, and trends are more likely to succeed in their careers. Women’s careers are still more likely to be affected by life events—having children, for example—than men’s. An openness to change will help in those situations.

Continuous learning and skill development can lead to new opportunities, promotions, and higher salaries. Furthermore, continuous learning signals a desire to grow and evolve. That is a valuable trait in any industry and any occupation.

—Megumi Kose, Director at GLOBIS Corporation

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