Finding a job is tough. Finding a good job
is even tougher. When you've found that perfect job, it's important to then
find opportunities to move up the workplace ladder. No matter where you are on
the corporate chain of command, it's all about getting ahead. To do so, it
never hurts to evaluate your career strategies from time to time, particularly
as they relate to workplace rules and ethics. You spend at least a third of
your life working. You might as well make those hours pleasant and
enriching--for you.
Don't wait for your boss to notice you:
take matters into your own hands and put yourself out there.
Here are our 9 ways to get noticed, get on
and get your talents recognized:
Understand your boss: Understand the way your boss works so that
you're both on the same wavelength and you're in a better position to meet his
expectations and win him over.You need to identify his managerial style and
adapt to it. DO NOT Suck up to your boss. Trying to be best buddies is not the
way to go.
Speak up in meetings: Make yourself seen
and heard, put your ideas and qualities forward. Don't just sit there listening
and trying to look intelligent, show you've got a contribution to make and show
you're capable of speaking in front of others.
Look the part: Go to work well-rested and
presentable. Never show up looking like you just rolled out of bed. Show that
you care about the company image & showing that you care about your
appearance is also a mark of respect towards your colleagues.
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Get organised: Demonstrate that you're
professional and responsive. Quick and efficient are the keywords to bear in
mind.
Keep a level head: Highlight your
resistance to stress and pressure, and to demonstrate your management
potential. If you show that you’re able to handle challenging tasks, you’ll
become a more valuable employee, and a more valuable employee gets more perks.
Communicate: Communicate with and inform
others, showing your superiors that they can trust you. Being open with people
shows you're good-natured and responsible.
Share your ideas: Promote your sense of
initiative and your abilities. Show your boss that you're a teamplayer rather
than just an amazing individual! Help your team make progress and improve the
way the company is run.
Get involved: Get to know people at work
& start to fit in. Establishing good relationships with your colleagues is
also a good way of keeping up to speed with what's going on. The more people
you develop positive relationships with (both up and down the hierarchy), the
better off you’ll be.
So, earn a gold star on the job and start
your way up the ladder. You already know the way.
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