How to Get Yourself Promoted

Nothing highlights an individual’s achievement more than a promotion at work. Here are 5 tips for you to climb up the corporate ladder and make your way to upper management.

1. Be enthusiastic.  

Display your commitment and excitement for the company cause. When you are passionate about your work, your boss will notice the efforts and energy you have put in. He may likely consider having you in another position where your energy can inspire others to perform. 

2. Network.  

The more people you know within your company and those outside it, the greater your chances of being offered a new role. When people know about your strengths and abilities, the more likely that people will think of you when opportunities arise.  

3. Go the extra mile.  

If you do more than what is required of you, you will win grateful colleagues and show your boss that you are ready to take on more work outside your assigned job scope. 

4. Have an opinion 

When you speak up or take a stand, it demonstrates your intelligence, thoughtfulness and that you care about what is happening. It does not matter whether your suggestions are being accepted or they are right or wrong. The more you chime in during discussions and meetings, the higher the chance of you getting recognized. 

5. Build a claim to fame.

You need to have some stand-out achievement. It is not enough to have great personal skills or technical know-how. For example, you will need to sort out a crisis, start a landmark initiative or do something that makes people take notice.