Are You "Ready" For The Future?

By Keith Wyche

As an executive coach I speak to people all the time about their career plans and aspirations. I am always encouraged that most individuals I speak with are serious about their careers. They have goals to earn more money, buy a better home or automobile, and generally provide a better quality of life for themselves and their families.

Many times the subject of how others have been more "lucky" at getting that promotion, raise or opportunity than they did. To these individuals, they mistakenly assume that "luck" is the only factor that determines success and who has a bright future. But in my experience, people create their own "luck" by being ready when that promotion or opportunity presents itself.

The reality is, to get that job, promotion or raise, you must be a continuous learner. With such a fast paced, high tech world, you have to keep your skills current to remain relevant. You may have to learn a new skill, take a new course to expand your knowledge base, or earn that degree to better position you for success. The future is coming fast and furious. It will bring with it opportunities.....but only for those who create their own luck, by being ready!

Keith Wyche- President of CUB Foods, a SUPERVALU Company, is now among the highest ranking African American executives in the U.S. Mr. Wyche has more than 30 years experience in some of corporate America's most notable companies including Pitney-Bowes, Ameritech, Convergys Corporation, AT&T and IBM. Follow Keith on twitter @keithwyche or visit his website www.keithwyche.com