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Building With Buckets: The 5 Key Areas Steven Bartlett Says You Can’t Afford to Ignore!
Do you ever feel stuck in your career?
Have you ever seen others getting ahead of you professionally?
Do you ever think time and financial freedom will elude you and don’t know how to progress?
If so, this idea from Steven Bartlett’s (from Dragons Den) book may help. It contains many great ideas, but this one struck a chord with me.
His transformative concept of the Five Buckets was a pivotal element of his acclaimed book 33 Laws. In this powerful framework, Bartlett introduces five essential buckets — knowledge, skills, network, resources, and reputation — that every professional should focus on filling to achieve not just career success but also personal fulfilment and freedom.
Each of these buckets serves as a foundational pillar, crucial for building a sustainable and thriving professional life. Let’s unpack them:
- Knowledge Bucket: Constant learning and staying abreast of industry trends ensure you remain relevant and competitive.
- Skills Bucket: Developing a robust set of both hard and soft skills can dramatically enhance your effectiveness and efficiency on the job.
