Technology has transformed our daily routines. Recent trends such as the sharing economy have changed how we get from point A to B, book our travel and accommodation, and shop. Disruption within industries is bringing new ways for people to optimize and simplify their lives. Vancouver-based Neurio Technology is one of these disruptors, leveraging ground-breaking technology to revolutionize how people manage their home energy.

While there will never be a one-size-fits-all recipe for success, there are a few essential career lessons that many successful business people live by and are common indicators of success. So, whether you’re just getting started on your career path or you’ve weathered a few seasons of experience, here are five important career lessons to help achieve your career goals.

How valuable is your time? I mean really? Think of the minutes in your day as inventory. Are you making your minutes matter? Once you’ve sold a minute to one task it can’t be bought back. Every minute you give away to something that’s not in alignment with your goals and objectives drains you of energy and slows your progress forward.