“Career contrarians” don’t conform to conventional or practical approaches, education or paths, and instead, seeking alternative means to professional fulfillment. Here are six ways you can, too: 1️⃣ Realize that there is more than one path to success—and it’s probably non-linear. Shift your mindset to move past any preconceived notion of what you “should” be doing and create a path that is uniquely yours. 2️⃣ Get comfortable being uncomfortable—even, and especially, when you fail. If you’re afraid to fail, you’ll never grow. Getting out of your comfort zone means you move past your fear to take risks. 3️⃣ Trust your gut. Career contrarians are driven by instinct and belief in themselves. 4️⃣ Play the long game. Focus on the long game by having the patience to maintain clarity and discipline on your desired outcome. 5️⃣ Eliminate the negative self-talk. The number one barrier that holds people back from fully realizing their potential is negative self-talk. 6️⃣ Consider that taking an alternative path may inspire someone else to do it, as well. When you have the courage to forge a unique professional path and find fulfillment in the process, you demonstrate to others that it’s possible for them to do it as well. Are you a “career contrarian?” #leadership #career …see more