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Key focus areas for 2026
Soft skill development
Consider identifying 2-3 core soft skills to
strengthen in 2026, such as communication,
emotional intelligence, or leadership. Developing
these interpersonal abilities can be essential
for career progression, especially if your goals
involve management or team collaboration. Seek
mentorship, a琀琀end workshops, or practice these
skills in real-world scenarios to make meaningful
strides in your development.
Technical skill development
Planning for the year ahead
Before diving into what's next, take a moment to
celebrate your achievements in 2025. Recognising
your hard work, progress, and resilience is an
essential part of career growth, so give yourself
credit for how far you've come. Celebrating these
wins, big or small, reinforces a positive mindset and
sets a strong foundation for the year ahead.
As you look toward 2026, consider se琀琀ing
goals that build on your accomplishments while
addressing areas for improvement. E昀昀ective
planning can help ensure that your career continues
to progress and align with your long-term vision.
Begin by identifying a few key objectives that
balance your strengths with opportunities for
growth. Focusing on the following three areas can
help you create a practical and well-rounded plan
for 2026.
If technical expertise is crucial in your role, target
a few key areas to build up in 2026. Examples
may include developing skills in data analytics,
programming, or specialised software. Engaging in
an online course, a workshop, or hands-on projects
can deepen your knowledge and keep you current
with industry demands.
Networking & building relationships
Networking is vital to career growth, so set goals
to expand your professional connections. Aim to
a琀琀end at least two industry conferences, connect
with a colleague or peer each month, or foster
relationships with mentors. Making networking part
of your regular routine will ensure steady career
progress and open doors to new opportunities.
Health and wellbeing in career success
Your wellbeing is integral to sustainable career
progress. Set achievable wellness goals, like
exercising weekly or fully using your annual leave
to recharge. Building in time for rest and healthfocused activities will keep you motivated and
resilient throughout the year.
