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Climbing the corporate ladder might not be for everyone, but everyone can use secrets to business success in order to improve their lives and reach their goals.\u00a0 The key to success is to set achievable goals, develop a plan to reach those goals, surround yourself with people who can help you, and \u2013 most importantly \u2013 take charge to run your life the way you want it to be ran.<\/p>\n

Here are ten steps to Become the CEO of You, Inc.<\/em>:<\/p>\n

1. Make things happen for<\/em> you, don\u2019t just let them happen to<\/em> you<\/strong><\/p>\n

Each of us only has one life to live.\u00a0 We can either: 1. Take responsibility and create the lives we<\/em> want to live or 2. Let others shape our lives into something they<\/em> want us to live. If you let others shape your life, you\u2019ll never attain the degree of success you\u2019re striving for.<\/p>\n

2. Set your goals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Every CEO has an \u201cend in mind\u201d for their company. So should you. Write a journal entry or type an e-mail to yourself describing what you see yourself doing in three years. Be specific, but don\u2019t over-complicate it. For example: 1.) \u201cI\u2019m a manager in the financial services sector of a Fortune 500 company,\u201d 2.) \u201cI\u2019m on a team, solving global issues and I\u2019ve traveled to eight different countries in the past year,\u201d or 3.) \u201cI\u2019ll work out at least five days per week.\u201d The more specific you are about what you want to be doing, the easier it will be to develop a plan to make it happen.<\/p>\n

3. Create your board of directors<\/strong><\/p>\n

Now that you know where you want to be in three years, you\u2019ll need a team to help you get there. This \u201cboard of directors\u201d should consist of people who can help you confirm your aspirations, and then help you achieve them. These people should include mentors, sponsors, industry experts, peers, etc. They will help open doors for you, get you the right assignments, give you advice, or simply be there to listen.<\/p>\n

4. Develop an annual plan with quarterly goals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Set short-term goals and hold yourself accountable. Meet your goals for every quarter and you\u2019ll have a successful year. Have three successful years and you\u2019ll meet your \u201cend in mind.\u201d Continually revisit and reevaluate your plan to make adjustments as needed. Do this to make sure you stay on target.<\/p>\n

5. Execute your plan\u2026 everyday<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you don\u2019t work toward your goals each and every day, you\u2019ll miss your goals for the quarter, for the year\u2026 and for your entire life. Take time to think about what you\u2019re doing (and not doing). If you don\u2019t have the skills and capabilities to reach your goals, find a way to obtain them (this might be an instance where you refer to your board of directors).<\/p>\n

6. Focus on your product<\/strong><\/p>\n

In this case, the product is you<\/em>. Always be on the lookout for ways to improve your product. Search for ways to make yourself better, whether it\u2019s through education, experience, networking, exercise, etc. Stay up-to-date in your field and skills. If your product is outdated, nobody will want it.<\/p>\n

7. Pay attention to the packaging of your product<\/strong><\/p>\n

Develop the presence, poise, and voice to meet your goals and effectively perform in order to be in the position you want to be in. How are you presenting yourself at meetings? How do you associate with superiors, co-workers, and employees?<\/p>\n

8. Market yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be visible in your company, your industry, and your community. Prepare for every meeting. Learn how to use your voice with passion. People need to know who you are, what you\u2019re capable of doing, and what you really want to do.<\/p>\n

9. Demonstrate your skills<\/strong><\/p>\n

Make people want your product. Look for ways to utilize your entrepreneurial skills and deliver value to the company and shareholders. Recalibrate as changes occur, but don\u2019t forget to deal with the cards you have in your hand today\u2026 not the ones you\u2019re hoping to have in the future. Remember: You can do anything<\/em> you set your mind to do.<\/p>\n

10. Take time for yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regularly assess where you are today and where you want to be tomorrow. Make sure you\u2019re heading in the right direction and moving at the right speed to get you where you want to be. If you\u2019re not, adjust and keep moving. Don\u2019t forget to have fun along the way!<\/p>\n

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Susan Bulkeley Butler is the CEO of the <\/em>Susan Bulkeley Butler Institute for the Development of Women Leaders<\/em><\/a> and author of two books, <\/em>Become the CEO of You, Inc.: A Pioneering Executive Shares Her Secrets for Career Success<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>Women Count: A Guide to Changing the World<\/em><\/a>. In 1965, Susan joined Arthur Andersen & Co. as the company\u2019s first professional female employee and \u2013 14 years later \u2013 was named the first female partner of the company\u2019s consulting organization, Andersen Consulting, now known as Accenture. Before her retirement in 2002, Susan was Managing Partner for Accenture\u2019s Office of the CEO. She also served as President of the Accenture Foundation and had a place in Accenture\u2019s Executive Committee, the company\u2019s principal advisory and strategy-setting committee.<\/em><\/p>\n

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