Career kept current with small tasks: a 12-minute step-by-step plan
Short answer: Make it small and do it in order. 1) update your CV, 2) save a work win, 3) reconnect with a contact, then keep going one step at a time. Most people are done in about 12 minutes.
Why this feels hard
Career admin only happens when you need a new job. It’s really common, especially for professionals who neglect their career admin. The fix isn’t more willpower; it’s making the next step small and obvious.
Step by step
- Update your CV · about 2 min
- Save a work win · about 2 min
- Reconnect with a contact · about 2 min
- Update your profile · about 2 min
- Note a new skill · about 2 min
- Save positive feedback · about 2 min
What you’ll have at the end
Career kept current with small tasks.
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Questions
What’s the easiest way to get to “career kept current with small tasks”?
Make it small and do it in order. 1) update your CV, 2) save a work win, 3) reconnect with a contact, then keep going one step at a time. Most people are done in about 12 minutes.
How long does it take?
About 12 minutes if you follow the steps in order. You can stop after any step and still count it as progress.
Is there an app for this?
Yes: Career Care Picker from SlowMonday guides you through it step by step on your phone, with a timer and reminders.
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Written by the SlowMonday team. Updated September 2026.