Frustrated your career is stalling, and you aren’t being considered for promotions?
LinkedIn’s HR Lead, Kevin Delaney’s article: How to Get Promoted: 9 Things You Need to Do offers insights into what you need to do to start getting the results you want. Here are some questions to consider:
Are you hanging out with the right people?
“If you run with wolves, you will learn how to howl. But, if you associate with eagles, you will learn to soar to great heights. The simple but true fact of life is that you can become like those with whom you closely associate – for the good and the bad” – Colin Powell
If you want to be successful in any area of your life, you need to spend time with people who are more successful than you. So if you want to be promoted, stop hanging out with the complainers and seek the company of those who have already been promoted. Pick their brains, watch what they do, and copy their habits.
Do you need an attitude check?
Attitude means everything. You can be brilliant technically but if you lack social skills, including the ability to work well with others, you will limit your promotional opportunities.
When was the last time you checked in with your boss?
Keeping your boss in the loop is key to your success. Be proactive and regularly update your boss with your accomplishments and how you have contributed to the organization.
Who knows you?
Raise your profile in your organization and be seen by more than your manager. Network across the organization. Attend meetings and be seen as a contributor at these meetings.
For more suggestions, I recommend you read: How to Get Promoted: 9 Things You Need to Do and check out JL Careers’ articles: Networking to Build Career Success and Who’s Your Mentor?
Wishing you much career success!
Joanne Loberg
Certified Executive Career Coach & Internationally Certified Career Management Professional
JL Careers
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Wishing you much career success!
Joanne Loberg
Certified Executive Coach & Internationally Certified Career Management Professional
JL Careers Inc
