2 Get some feedback and find some role models

Find a friend who is willing to suffer through your negotiating practice sessions using your advancement comparison document and give you feedback. If management won't let you do the job you want immediately, be able, at least, to "talk the job" so your name will pop to mind when a vacancy occurs.

The next step in your pursuit of promotion is to identify role models in your company who have been moved up to the level of the position you want. Observe and ask questions. Pay attention to how they...

• get attention
• network
• involve themselves in decision-making
• forward ideas and suggestions
• showcase skills
• handle stress
• reflect company goals
• dress, speak, and behave
• implement a work ethic
• show a good attitude
• communicate and listen