Small Actions

The 'small actions' you take today can put you on the path to big career success tomorrow. If these actions are innovative, intelligent and well-timed, they can make a lasting impact and help you navigate your career journey in the face of uncertainty and disruptions.A LinkedIn key opinion leader with over 2 million followers, Eric Sim shares practical and actionable tips to help you achieve your career goals. He draws these from his diverse real-life experience — from selling street food and training to be an engineer, to becoming a managing director at UBS Investment Bank.Arranged thematically into 66 bite-sized chapters, this book brings together a series of relatable stories and case studies. You'll learn valuable career lessons, such as why it's important to be a 'combo specialist', and how you can influence people and build your personal brand. Whether you're just starting out in the workforce or are looking to get further ahead, let this book inspire you to take powerful small actions of your own.Contents: How Social Media and Personal Branding will Kickstart Your Career Harness The Power of Negotiation, Persuasion and Impactful Communication It's Your Career: Plan It, Manage It Remember: You're Really a Salesperson Building Social Capital: How to Network and Win Trust Life's Never Perfect: Coping with the Challenges Leaps of Faith: Why It Pays to Take Risks Transform Yourself: Develop New Passions, Learn New Skills Cultural Awareness: Why It Matters so Much in Your Career My Life Lacks: Make The Most of Your Money, Health and Time A Short, Sweet Guide to Happiness How to Demonstrate Thought Leadership Readership: Undergraduate and graduate students, young professionals with less than 10 years' work experience, professionals working in banking and finance sectors, readers interested in Asian culture and working environments, the banking and finance profession, and in building a personal brand and in blogging and content writing for social media. Career;Interviews;Jobs;Life;Happiness;Meaning;Money;Banking;Finance;Small;Actions;Guide;Linkedin;Social Media;Asia;Singapore;Street Food;Investment Banking;Sales;Communications;Promotion;Managing Director;KOL;Influencer;Content Writing;Personal Branding;TEDx Talk;Public Speaking;Negotiation;Selling;Soft Skills;People's Skills;Interpersonal Skills;Communication Skills;Networking;Social Networking;Online Presence;UBS;CFA;Cultural Awareness;Failures'Chasing opportunities and sending countless follow-up emails didn't get me closer to my dream role, so I followed the advice in Small Actions. New opportunities started presenting themselves. I was also offered a promotion as my team looked at me in a different light. It's magical how the practical tips in this book helped me pivot my career within such a short time.' - Anna UdartsevaGrowth Associate at AlphaSightsHost of Career Lesson podcastex-EY Consultant (UK) 'Sim masterfully weaves together a canvas of his observations about mindsets, skills, and behaviors that are important to every professional. Small Actions is a must read for those who want to make the most out of their life and career.' - Frank KooHead of Asia Talent Solutions at LinkedIn 'Small Actions brings to life the lessons learned through Sim's remarkable career. It offers simple steps that can help any career-minded individual achieve greater growth and success.' - Peter HealeyCEOeFinancialCareers 'I like this book's effortless and insightful narration, and Sim's strong thought leadership on career strategies. Readers, from graduates to professionals, will find valuable advice to help them realize their potential.' - Ani Filipovaformer Chief Operating OfficerCiti Treasury and Trade Solutions, Asia 'The small actions that you take by reading this book could really lead to your next big success.' - Handi KurniawanGroup Head of Leadership and Academies LearningJardine Matheson 'A digestible, honest and personal handbook that I wish I had come across earlier.' -...