Jessica Schaeffer with the LaSalle Network joined ABC7 Chicago Monday to discuss tips and tricks to get ahead and advance careers.
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Schaeffer said it's important to talk to a manager about long-term career plans, take a gut check, find "A" players and learn from them and think about what you can control.
She added that the start of the year is a good time to revisit goals with a manager.