Get Noticed at Promotion Time
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by Therese Droste
Since you started at your company one year ago, several positions have opened up you could have easily slipped into. Instead, other internal candidates got the nod. The last person who was hired in your company (just two months ago) was even promoted.
What can you do to get noticed and prevent another opportunity from passing you by? Study these solutions to the five common myths that can hold you back from a rewarding career.
- People Should Just Know I'm a Hard Worker.
Being a hard worker doesn't mean you'll reap the rewards due to you. Every now and then, find a way to toot your own horn. Did you recently receive kudos for a job well done? Find a way to get your boss to acknowledge your success in the company newsletter or up on the bulletin board. Buy yourself a nice scarf, pin or tie as a reminder of that success. When people comment on the item, make sure to tell them what it represents.
- My Boss Automatically Knows I Want to Move Up.
Not unless he is a mind reader. Take some time to work out how you want your job to grow. Have a meeting with your boss and outline your goals. Don't leave the meeting until you have ensured your boss's support. "Will you help me?" is a key question to ask during this interview. It's flattering to your boss, but it's also an essential question, since most often you'll need your boss's support to move forward.
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