When you use computers and you can just use the computer, period. But if you think further then you can take an interest in computer technology like the power of the computer for communication, the good, bad and ugly of the Internet. How does the Internet affect the social fabric of human beings, an endless list can be produced. You just got to expand your horizon of thinking and go after the issues to avoid one-dimensional thought.
And if you expand this to the office, the choices are limitless. If you ask simple questions like:
1. Why this system?
2. Is there a better way?
3. What benefits does the better way bring over the older way?
4. If you have limited resources and more competing demands (which is usually the case), what criteria do you establish to choose the most optimum mix of "demand" vs. limited resources. These criteria relate not only to "limited money" but also to "limited time."
5. How can I reduce cost and not sacrifice quality?
6. Can I do more with less time?
7. What are the bottlenecks that slow down the progress of work or a project?
8. What useless rules and regulations (bureaucracy) are slowing my work down?
It would be interesting for UNICEF colleagues to ask the Executive Director, Regional Director or Representative, why were he or she were interested in joining the organization. It will force them to focus on what they want to do for the organization and the programs and make a public statement of it. You can also ask yourself that same question.
One career trick is to try and be diverse. Diverse jobs with different responsibilities provide valuable experiences. Keep building on those experiences and soon you will be able to apply what you have learned to almost do anything and ask the right questions. However, seek jobs that are relevant to build on your long-term goals. And never feel shy to ask a question.
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