Science, “To advance your career, think of yourself as a business”

In a recent article in the Science career advice column, career consultant and professional speaker Alaina G. Levine promotes the practice of thinking of yourself as a business. According to the author, whether you work in government, academia, or another field, thinking of yourself as a business with “products” (or valuable skill sets) to offer allows you to incorporate useful business practices into your career development. A few examples include understanding what potential “customers” (or employers) find valuable and building your brand.

Read the complete article here.