There's a time to wait and there's a time to go after what you want. 2018 is yours for the taking.

Ask for what you want. Like it or not, no one can read your mind.

Maybe it's time to expand your set of skills. It'll be worth it.

Expanding your network has so many advantages. You can get the inside scoop on positions and, let's face it, your network still determines your net worth.

There's nothing like setting an achievable goal and hitting it. Then it's on to the next one.

Work with someone who can help your ducks in a row.

You need to figure out what you want and in what way you'll be going after your goal.

Maybe it's time to get out of your rut and try a new thing. If it doesn't jump start your creativity, at least you would have crossed something off your

list.

Maybe try having a little fun and relaxing a bit. It can free you up to think more clearly about your career choices.

Look, take your time. You're not going to figure everything out all at once so don't try to.

Maybe it's time to dig in your heels at work and get your hands dirty with a few projects you've been holding off on.

Cozy up with your HR manager and try to get a handle on what's going on in your company and how you can fit in. 

Write down all the reasons why you're worth what you're worth to your company and keep track of all your achievements.

Jump in and do some heavy lifting. You'll not only impress your teammates, but you'll get a better handle on your own abilities.

Whether you work at a lemonade stand or you're an executive at a fortune 500 company, leadership always comes in handy. Prove it by being out in front and supporting

your fellow comrades.

Go and ahead and ask for that promotion. Just come prepared to justify why you should get it.

If your current gig can't give you the movement you want, then maybe it's time to find that promotion in a new opportunity elsewhere.

A little positivity goes along way to helping people view you differently, which could change your role in the office. 

Do you know what you want or do you just know what you don't want? One can help you push you in a direction while the other can leave you

stranded. Try your best to get to the core of what you're after.

Don't just go into things with only one plan. Spread your options out so you can take the best possible deal when each one comes.

Make your job hunt your full time job or you won't find one. It's not easy at all so don't underestimate it.

Do your best to make your resume the best document you can make it. You may also want to look into making a website.

Don't just go into your interview blind. Actually prepare and make the best of your opportunity.

Work on yourself and not just your skills. Work on yourself as a person.

Don't worry about whatever anyone else has to say. Dream your own big dreams and work to fulfill them!

Schedule everything and stay focused on what you really want versus what you think you want.

Stick to your schedule no matter what. Even if you have to do it in small ways before you can build up to doing it in big ways.

Really trust someone to hold you accountable, no matter who it is.

Focus on what you can do right now to get things going in the right direction. Don't wait until something comes along.

Trust the process that you've put in place is beneficial, even if each scenario doesn't work out optimally at all times.