Last year I had the privilege of hearing Meg Poutasi the CEO of the Pacific Cooperation Foundation speak of her experience as a young female leader who transitioned from law into a role supporting her cultural heritage. She shared her feelings of isolation at the top, being perceived as too young to know anything and the personal burden she carries of not failing her people. To follow are her key tips for anyone wanting to succeed in their workplace.

Meg's key tips for success in the workplace:

• Don’t just succeed, succeed well!
• Learn from everyone around you.
• Take on every piece of work without complaining.
• Shake off the negativity (caused by others).
• Become the ‘go to’ person which then makes it impossible to not promote you.
• Focus on the KPI’s of the role above you – demonstrate your leadership skills.
• Be your own person and create your own element.
• Take on voluntary work as it is a positive way to give back.

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