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Step Up Your Look

mctreve — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:29:21 +0000

We usually judge others by their appearance. Their clothes, how they carry themselves, their mannerisms; these are the first things we see, even before we get to know a person. To be in the running for that promotion, you must keep in mind that you are also evaluated by how you look. Do you come across as a slouch who doesn’t even shave and try to look neat when coming to work? Or do you give off the aura of the professional, dependable and responsible worker? Your image is a huge factor in being a candidate for a higher position. So always be neat, clean, and choose the appropriate clothes when you go to work to strengthen your claim to that promotion.

“GOFER” IT

mctreve — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:28:50 +0000

Being a gofer is usually associated with words such assistant and sidekick. But if you really are driven to achieve that promotion, then a gofer is what you have to be. In this sense, being a gofer means that you go the extra mile for your job. You do the things that are not usually expected of you, which are beyond the tasks that your specific job calls for. By doing these things, your bosses would eventually notice your commitment to the company, and this will score well with them. They’ll see you as ready and eager to move to upper managerial positions, that means, yes – a promotion.

No Promotion – Maybe You are the Reason

Administrator — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 23:56:53 +0000

People tend to mope at the fact that they have been at the same desk jobs for almost all of their employed lives and is one of the causes of discontent among the ranks but the reasons may be staring them in the face all along. They themselves may have been the reason for their lack of promotion opportunities with dismal performance and lack of drive. Banking is an industry that relies on reliability and a lot of accounting background which are two different areas, independent of each other. Being a hard worker means nothing if you have lack of experience in your communication skills and having excellent communication skills without even the most basic knowledge of accounting principles also has the same effect. Be eager to learn and ask management if any programs are in place for such training and re-training. All industries benefit from re-training programs where you can take the initiative to excel and learn a new skill. Nobody knows too much and everybody, yep even you needs to brush up from time to time.

Need a Promotion – Have you considered asking?

Sherill — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 08:41:02 +0000

Many who complain about lack of job advancement simply fail to realize a fact that sometimes, you just have to go and get your dreams. You’ve worked hard and did all you can for the company, but still you’re stuck in the same old desk since you can remember. Some bosses do this on purpose to see if you are bold enough to ask for a better job, while others simply fail to notice your hard work.
It takes courage to do so and timing is also essential(now might not be the good time to push your weight around due to the bad economic conditions), so try to get the best possible time like when the company is out hiring for a higher position you might be qualified to do. Try to make your qualifications known and present them to the respective people when openings arise. You might just get the dream job you’ve always wanted, with a small nudge that is.

Move Up

Administrator — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:31:05 +0000

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Getting to the top of the corporate ladder entails responsibilities and just to be able to get their is not something as easy as doing your groceries. It takes more than just good looks either. You will always hit dead ends somewhere along the way. Many obstacles will derail you from the track towards your desired position. You need to work on things and you need to be smart. You should never have disagreements with the higher management. Even if your point of view is correct, it is just not wise to contradict them at the moment. You need to develop others talents and be able to work as a team effectively. Lastly, you need to be respected. And you must earn it, not force it to your co workers.

Feasible or Impossible Promotion

Administrator — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:53:21 +0000

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Some professionals have stayed on doing the same stuff, having the same job position and the same compensation for the longest time and are now wondering if a step up in the corporate ladder will ever be feasible or an impossible feat. They might be wondering, why no promotion even if they work their butts out. Punctual, submits reports on time and make great friends in the workplace and yet, no promotion knocking on their door. It is important to know that there are ways to get that job promotion or the salary increase you have waited for a long time to come. You dont need to give your supervisors expensive gifts, though this might be tempting to do. What you should do is evaluate yourself honestly, in terms of work. You may have been in the workforce for a decade but hadn’t done anything relevant so as to catch the higher-ups’ attention. Try to think how you accept new assignments and how you do in crunch times. Do you whine and make bad remarks? Really think hard, maybe the answer to your endless wondering is just right under your nose.

You Deserve A Job Promotion

Administrator — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 03:31:59 +0000

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A job promotion is one of those things almost everybody wants. But certainly, you have to have the right personality, attitude and outlook towards your work. Based on research from different articles, some steps to follow so you set yourself apart from the rest is…

NEVER ask for a promotion. A definite NO, NO!
You find someone whom you can talk with and get advice from. Someone above your level or rank.
You need to perfect your skills that require your prospective job.
Show your initiative to learn new things. Let them know you are taking a special course that might help you carry out your job more efficiently.
Finally, look for ways to volunteer your extra time in helping out your co-worker.

So act now. Keep in mind that being honest to yourself and keeping your motivation high will help you further up that ladder of success and big money.

The Proactive Approach

Administrator — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:35:08 +0000

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One winning method is to single out an unresolved challenge that exists in your company. Try to pick a situation that will benefit from your combination of experience and skills. Write a memo that outlines the need you’ve discovered. Highlight how you will use your skills to resolve the problem and contribute to the immediate objectives of the team or department involved. Send your memo to the person who will benefit most from your unique approach, for example, your boss or a human resources representative.
Without your proactive approach to your career and potential promotion, the company may decide to promote one of your peers. By being proactive, you create a win-win situation. You may gain a challenging, enjoyable career opportunity and eliminate the need for a competition. Even if a new career or promotion opportunity does not result from your actions, you have successfully created an opportunity to demonstrate your value to the organization.

Be Qualified

mctreve — Sun, 18 May 2008 05:27:26 +0000

Promotions are underestimated by most people; that’s why not everyone gets it. But you can be one of those selected few who manage to prove to the bosses that they are worthy of that boost. Promotions lean heavily on your qualifications. Before you even try to vie for one, make sure that you already have the requisite knowledge and skills that the higher position requires. Experience is a key factor, too. Assess yourself whether you are already good enough to merit that position, you can even check out databases for this one. Don’t fool yourself, and avoid false hopes. But if you know that you are now a perfect and worthy candidate for that promotion, then by all means, go for it.

Ask for More

mctreve — Mon, 12 May 2008 09:45:38 +0000

Do not groan when you are given extra work, in fact, it would be best to ask for it. No, this is not a crazy idea. By asking for more things to do and for added responsibility, you are letting the bosses know that you are now ready to handle more than you have, and that you are now skilled enough to move up the promotional ladder. This shows the higher echelons that you have graduated from being the average employee to somebody who actually cares about the welfare of the company and is even willing to put in extra work for it.