Setting career goals is one thing, but achieving them is another. Many of us work hard, but sometimes it feels like we're not making any progress. Maddy and Sophie talk about working smarter, not harder. Here's some of the steps they outline to achieve your career goals. Write down your goal with a timeframe Put yourself in the mindset of your manager (or whoever makes the decisions!) Set up your 'happy/short sunflower' folder Get written feedback Do market research Ask for your goal Have a contingency plan... Please help us, and fill out our community survey too! If you do, you can win $500 in cash or tickets to FinFest 2023 by completing the entire thing. It shouldn’t take you more than 10 minutes to complete. You will automatically be entered into the competition if you complete ALL questions, and provide your email address. The survey is now open and closes on 28th February 2023. Ts and Cs here. Keep track of Sophie and Maddy between the episodes on Instagram, or on TikTok, and come and be part of the conversation on Facebook with our You’re In Good Company Discussion Group. Got a question or a topic suggestion? Email us here.  Looking for an investing book gift for a loved one this christmas? Order ‘Get Started Investing’, written by Equity Mates Alec and Bryce. Available on Booktopia and Amazon now! Stay engaged with the Equity Mates community by joining our forum.  ***** In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of You’re In Good Company acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today.  ***** You’re In Good Company is a product of Equity Mates Media.  This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives.  Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional.  Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. You’re In Good Company is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.