Here are a few career tips that I believe separate those who climb the corporate ladder from those who don’t. And I practice what I preach: these are all tips I have followed diligently through my career. I hope they will help you in yours!

Grammar is important – It doesn’t matter how well you dress or how qualified you are, if you can’t put a sentence together without making a grammatical mistake, you won’t come across as professional.

Always have a good resume handy – Take time to create a well-written, concise resume that makes you look amazing. Keep it updated.

Don’t take things personally – Whether you get rejected from an interview, fired from a job, yelled at by your superior, don’t take it personally. Treat your career as a marathon and try to learn from every situation.

Dress well – As one of my mentors once told me, “Walk into the office looking like you are the CEO, and one day you will be”. How you dress and carry yourself will affect the way you feel, and how people perceive you.

Read, read, read! – Reading is so important. It helps to improve grammar, vocabulary, and your overall communication style. Read anything – newspapers, magazines, fiction, non-fiction, whatever engages you.

Be passionate – It is amazing how much more successful people become who are passionate about their work. Show enthusiasm, drive, and that you care about what you do.