Bestselling Author, CEO Kevin Guest Shares Insights from
Global Leadership
SALT LAKE CITY,
Dec. 14, 2021 /CNW/ --
As the pandemic lingers, professionals are urged to take four
actions to enhance their careers in 2022.
"In my role, I see professionals serious about their progress
master four key practices," said Kevin
Guest, chairman and CEO of USANA Health Sciences (NYSE:
USNA), a billion-dollar company operating in 24 countries.
From a lifetime of experiences shared in his bestseller, "All
the Right Reasons, 12 Timeless Principles for Living a Life in
Harmony," Guest shares key steps to improve one's career
whether returning to the workplace or working remotely.
First, experts across broad industries agree networking is key
to success.
"It's no secret that the most successful professionals are the
most connected. Fact is most people choose to work with people they
like. The more people you know, the better your opportunities to
succeed," said Guest. "If it's unpleasant to meet strangers, make a
game of it, make it fun and find ways to help others. Share ideas
and see how strangers become colleagues who become friends and can
enhance experiences on your career path."
Highlighting the value of networking and relationship building,
Guest writes in his book, "On a pop quiz, a college professor
asked: 'What is the name of the woman who cleans this building?'
The professor was emphasizing that in life, nothing is more
important than relationships, which includes being respectful, even
to the point of knowing someone's name.
"Class members were stumped by the question but learned the
woman's name was Dorothy, so I have created the Dorothy Principle
to remind us to put relationships first because treating others
with the utmost respect and kindness is a key to success that makes
life more harmonious for everyone."
Leading professionals around the world, Guest sees successful
professionals are also intent on keeping their skills up to
date.
"More than ever, we have tools, technology and access to keep
skills current and to push them to the next level," he said. "No
matter your situation, if workers do not improve skills, they will
be quickly left behind in today's fast-paced environment."
To those who feel disadvantaged because of their situation,
Guest cites Rwandan Immaculee Ilibagiza in what he calls the
"Cardboard Keyboard" principle.
After Rwanda's genocide in
1994, Hutu fighters hunted Ilibagiza, who fled for protection. Even
with killers outside her window calling her name, she stayed
positive, was rescued, traveled to Rwanda's capital and applied for a United
Nations job for weeks with no luck.
"Immaculee told herself she could master English, which would
increase employment opportunities, so she drew a computer keyboard
on cardboard and spent hours learning how to type," he said. "After
weeks of determination to learn English, countless attempts to get
that job and positive self-talk, she was hired."
Increasing visibility in the industry ranks third on the list of
improving one's career in 2022.
"Being known in your company as a results-oriented
problem-solver is vital. Sharing your talent with others in the
industry only increases your credibility and esteem," he said.
"Look for opportunities to write articles, post insights on social
sites and speak up in meetings. Everyone has something to share,
and actively setting a schedule to share professional perspectives
can position you as a leader."
Progressive companies have an awards strategy, which positively
benefits the company, the teams and their customers. Guest says the
same strategy can work for the individual.
"Apply for awards to enhance your career," Guest said. "Awards
and recognition are third-party endorsements that speak to a
person's talent and value. But it's not about the fancy trophy;
it's about others affirming that you are the best at what you do,
which helps define you and strengthens your personal brand
identity.
"This fourth step has incredible ROI because it can open doors
and expand your network of colleagues. Again, the point is to
increase word-of-mouth endorsements and referrals, which is
fast-tracked by winning awards in your field of expertise."
Designed to help others find keys to successful careers and
life, All the Right Reasons reveals 12 principles for living
a life in harmony. All proceeds from sales of the bestseller
are aimed at feeding two million meals to hungry
children. Available on
Amazon, the book provides 40 meals for
each single purchase.
For more information, visit www.kevinguest.com.
MEDIA CONTACT:
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