The journey begins the moment you start your first job. How smoothly and quickly it progresses is subject to many factors, several of which are within your control. Helping others can play a large role in your own success. Choose Your Goals In every workplace, there are those who are content to show up and hope that 5 p.m. arrives soon. There are also those who set career advancement goals and develop a plan to accomplish them. Honestly assess the potential for advancement in your current position. If it exists, develop a plan to rise to the next level. However, if you don’t see any chance to move up, start working on moving on to a job that allows for growth. Be Indispensable Completing every task correctly, completely, and on time is the bare minimum performance level for any job. Being able to assist with additional tasks without negatively affecting …