Ever feel like your career is out of your hands? You’re not alone. You don’t have to stay in that powerless position. By adopting the intrapreneur mindset, you can take control of your career.
What is an Intrapreneur?
An intrapreneur is an employee at any level of a company who thinks like an entrepreneur.
Intrapreneurship isn’t a role—it’s a mindset. It’s about owning your work, thinking beyond your current position, and finding ways to add value.
Employee Mindset versus Intrapreneur Mindset
Those operating from an employee mindset have little focus on continued growth and value amplification. They also lack a contingency plan. This precarious position leaves them vulnerable to industry shifts, unprepared for change, and at risk of making decisions misaligned with their value system and desires.
By contrast, the intrapreneurial mindset empowers employees to own their careers, remain adaptable, and focus on adding value. Intrapreneurs are thus better equipped to pivot during unexpected layoffs or industry shifts.
Being an Intrapreneur is a Superpower
Change is constant.
The intrapreneurial mindset is no longer optional—it’s essential.
With this mindset, you’ll be the go-to person during times of uncertainty, well positioned for promotions, highly employable, resilient, and confident in your value.
Plus, you’ll always stand out as a candidate when searching for a new opportunity.
Core Elements of the Intrapreneur’s Approach
At its core, the intrapreneurial mindset boasts seven key elements:
- Ownership: view your work as your business within the company.
- Solution-focused: understand the problem you solve and its impact.
- Value-driven: seek opportunities to add more value.
- Client-focused: understand the needs and motivations of your clients (customers, your manager, and colleagues).
- Growth-minded: proactively seek feedback to identify areas for development.
- Relationship-focused: nurture relationships and seek win-win solutions.
- Brand curation: know that how you interact with others impacts your professional brand.
How to Embrace the Intrapreneur Mindset
To embrace this mindset, ask yourself:
- What are my strengths?
- How can I better solve problems for my clients?
- How can I take more ownership and further develop my skills?
The choice is yours. You can stay on the path of uncertainty or embrace the power of being an intrapreneur.
Taking control over your career does not just secure your job—it enriches your personal growth and sense of fulfillment.
Start today. Take control and become the leader of your career.
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👋 Meet Andrea
Hello! I’m Andrea, Founder of Bliss Careers. I’m passionate about transforming careers by aligning people with their true values and strengths. Through Bliss Careers, I empower professionals to elevate their job search strategies, boost confidence, and thrive in work and life by integrating mindfulness and self-care.
