Want to be the office go-getter? Even if you’re not specifically looking for a flashier title or more money (yeah right!), this article is for you.
If you’re not shining as bright as you’d like to on the job, or have been passed over for a promotion; it’s time to take initiative. You might be hesitant, fearing that if you do, you’ll be overstepping. Here’s the thing though, whether you’re an intern or a seasoned manager, simply doing the work is never good enough. In order to take charge of your career you need to be proactive.
You have to prove to the decision makers that you are ready and deserving to take on more responsibility. Successful people provide value beyond what’s asked of them and, in the process, showcase their talents. And, over time employers will come to them with bigger and better projects, which will benefit both the company and their careers.
Ramit Sethi, author of iwillteachyoutoberich.com, wrote that it can take just three to six months to establish yourself as a top performer in a company. Here’s how:
However, if you’ve been killing it and one of your peers gets tapped for your job time and again, it may be time to cut your losses. More often than not a promotion is easier to attain at a new job than at your current employer.
Good luck!
Source: learning.linkedin.com, fascompany.com, glassdoor.com, themuse.com, monster.com, businessinsider.co.za, topresume.com
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