Lessons learned from rewatching ‘The Devil Wears Prada’: a reflection on personal attitudes and career growth
“And what’s worse, you don’t care. Because this place, where so many people would die to work, you only deign to work.” — Nigel
Background
The story follows Andy Sachs, a young woman who lands a job at a prestigious fashion magazine and must navigate the cutthroat world of high-end fashion while dealing with her demanding boss, Miranda Priestly. Despite not being her dream job, Andy recognized the opportunity it presented as a stepping stone for her career growth.
Lessons learned
Situation #1
Lesson learned #1 :
One important lesson we can learn from Andy’s journey is the importance of our attitude towards work. Approaching a new job or industry with an undisciplined or contemptuous attitude can hinder our progress. Instead, we should adopt a mindset of observation and learning, taking our work seriously and seeking to understand the expectations and culture of the workplace.
Situation #2
Lesson learned #2 :
It’s natural to feel frustrated when you don’t receive immediate feedback or recognition for your work. However, it’s important to remember that everyone is simply doing their job. Instead of seeking praise, focus on how you can help your boss and the overall situation. Don’t expect to be praised for every task you complete; it’s when you go above and beyond that you may receive recognition. Rather than complaining, examine how you can improve and humbly seek advice from others. To excel in your career, you must first understand the expectations of the company, the industry, and your profession. With hard work and dedication, you can achieve your goals.
Situation #3
Lesson learned #3 :
Another valuable insight we can gain from the movie is the importance of managing emotions effectively in the workplace. Mature individuals do not let their emotions interfere with important business affairs or negatively affect their team’s performance. From the scene, Miranda handles emotions well can still get things done quickly, even when she was struggling. As professionals, we need understand our roles and responsibilities in the workplace and avoid letting our personal lives interfere with our work.
Conclusion
Andy’s journey is a testament to the fact that sometimes, the job we have isn’t always the job we want, but it can be the key to unlocking our future career aspirations. By persevering through a challenging job, we can gain valuable experience and skills that will propel us towards our ultimate career goals.
