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Ep117: Work Hard vs Work Smart: Which is better?

  

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In this episode, Mei Phing discusses the importance of working hard and working smart in one’s career. It emphasizes the need to first learn how to work hard and gain a deep understanding of one’s role and the company before focusing on working smart and finding more efficient ways of doing things.

 

Key Highlights

🎯 Understanding the context and details of one’s work is essential before implementing shortcuts or quick fixes to ensure long-term career success.

💪 Working hard and gaining a deep understanding of one’s role and the company culture lays the foundation for working smart and finding more efficient ways of achieving goals.

🤝 Networking smart and developing a strong personal brand are crucial for creating opportunities and advancing in one’s career.

⚖️ Balancing working hard and working smart is key to maintaining a strong reputation and avoiding potential pitfalls in one’s professional journey.

📚 Instant gratification and the desire to impress quickly can lead to overlooking important details and negatively impact one’s reputation and career growth.

🔑 The formula for career success includes working hard, working smart, and networking smart to build a solid foundation, optimize efficiency, and create opportunities.

⏰ Taking the time to learn and understand the corporate world and one’s role before focusing on shortcuts or quick fixes is crucial for effective decision-making and overall success.

 

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