My Best Advice for Young Professionals — How to Safeguard Your Career and Your Reputation in the Workplace

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Young professionals need to start saying “CYA” — that is, “Cover Your A**.” Why? Because it’s the best way to avoid being taken advantage of, being taken for a ride and being taken for granted. In one study, 46% of employees said they took on tasks simply because they couldn’t say no. Once you understand the importance of taking care of yourself and the work you do, you’ll be untouchable in the eyes of someone who wants to make you, the young professional, their scapegoat. I know. It happened to me early in my career.

My hope for all of humanity

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