How Not to Screw Up Your Career!

Get ready for the most candid guide to dodging professional disasters!

Usman Aslam
4 min readMar 2, 2024
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Hey, Career Explorers!

So, you’ve strapped yourself into the rollercoaster that is your career, and you’re probably wondering, “How do I not mess this up?”

Fantastic question! Buckle up, because we’re about to dive deep into the art of not sabotaging your own success.

Navigating the Career Jungle

Your career is a wild jungle — full of surprises, twists, and a few challenges. First rule: steer clear of the quicksand.

Wondering what that is? It’s like those tempting bad decisions that gradually pull you in.

Solid advice: Be mindful of the choices you make. Instead of stepping into the quicksand, take the path that leads to growth and success.

Channel your inner Tarzan, swinging gracefully from one opportunity to another (minus the loincloth).

Mastering Networking: Beyond Buzzwords

Pause for a moment. We’re not delving into awkward handshakes at swanky events.

Networking is the secret ingredient for soaring through your career, and here’s the kicker — it’s simpler than you…

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Usman Aslam

Ex-Amazonian, Sr. Solutions Architect at AWS, 12x AWS Certified. ❤️ Tech, Cloud, Programming, Data Science, AI/ML, Software Development, and DevOps. Join me 🤝