What do you do if you're stuck in a career rut and need a promotion?

Begin by reflecting on your career goals, strengths, areas for development, and values. Identify what aspects of your current role are contributing to your feeling of being stuck and what you aspire to achieve in your career. Based on the self-reflection exercise, define clear and specific career goals that align with your aspirations. Determine the skills, experiences, and qualifications required for the promotion you desire. Break down these goals into manageable steps and create a timeline for achieving them.

Here's how I helped a client using tarot and EFT tapping to boost their confidence and achieve a promotion and higher salary. During our coaching sessions, we first used tarot cards to gain insights into my clients strengths and areas for growth. The cards revealed her innate talents and potential for leadership. Next, we utilized EFT tapping to address her self-doubt, patterns and limiting beliefs. We tapped on statements like, "Even though I feel unsure of myself, I deeply and completely accept myself," and "Even though I fear rejection, I choose to believe in my worth and capabilities." Within a few months, her efforts paid off as she was offered a promotion with a senior role with a substantial salary increase.

I think it is important to make sure our skills are current and relevant to the needs in the workplace and customers. I refreshed my skills after 10 years. I would not advise anyone to wait that long. Continuous education, even if it is staying up-to-date on industry trends, is essential in any role. Employers are now seeing the value of experience and education. Being an expert in your field is definitely a way to stay in the top pick for a promotion.

Take proactive steps to develop the skills and competencies necessary for the desired promotion. This could involve enrolling in relevant training programs, pursuing certifications or advanced degrees, or seeking opportunities to gain hands-on experience in areas related to the promotion.

Build and leverage your professional network to increase your visibility within your organization and industry. Attend networking events, engage in industry associations, and seek out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues on cross-functional projects. Establishing strong relationships with key stakeholders can enhance your chances of being considered for promotion.

Women, in particular, are not great at promoting themselves, often giving credit to others and not stepping forward and owning successes. We are getting better but owning success and networking are two vital keys to creating promotion opportunities.

It might be tough to hear, but there may be a solid reason you are not being promoted. Even if you feel like you are stuck in a rut, you need to continue to succeed in the role and be happy about the role. If you look fed up or exhibit that you are, then you are already out of the running!

There are different pathways to earn a promotion in your desired field. This includes: 1. Build competencies and key skills for the next level promotion been sought for in your organization. Also, have a sponsor in your organization that can speak well of the work you have done. Document the work you do and ensure to request for tasks bigger than your current level in the organization. 2. Strive to be visible in the organization. Do your work excellently well that you are sought out for in your team. 3. Apply for your next level role in another organization.

There are different pathways to earn a promotion in your desired field. This includes: 1. Build competencies and key skills for the next level promotion been sought for in your organization. Also, have a sponsor in your organization that can speak well of the work you have done. Document the work you do and ensure to request for tasks bigger than your current level in the organization. 2. Strive to be visible in the organization. Do your work excellently well that you are sought out for in your team. 3. Apply for your next level role in another organization.

There are different pathways to earn a promotion in your desired field. This includes: 1. Build competencies and key skills for the next level promotion been sought for in your organization. Also, have a sponsor in your organization that can speak well of the work you have done. Document the work you do and ensure to request for tasks bigger than your current level in the organization. 2. Strive to be visible in the organization. Do your work excellently well that you are sought out for in your team. 3. Apply for your next level role in another organization.

Demonstrate initiative and proactivity in your current role by taking on additional responsibilities, leading projects, and contributing innovative ideas. Showcase your leadership potential and ability to add value to the organization beyond your current job responsibilities.

If you don't ask, you don't get, so ask. Women will apply for a job with 80% of the skills/knowledge, men less than 30% skills/knowledge. Apply, learn on the job, you know if you are capable and there is only one way to find out!

"Success is not defined by position, title, or salary, but by the impact you make and the fulfillment you find in your work." Feeling stuck in a career rut may not necessarily mean a promotion is what we truly seek. It could be a quest for deeper fulfillment, purpose, or alignment with our values. Perhaps we desire roles that leverage our strengths or offer autonomy and creativity. Sometimes, societal pressures push us towards promotions without considering personal goals. Self-reflection is key. Satisfaction doesn't always come from climbing the ladder but from meaningful contributions and relationships. Before chasing promotions, evaluate what brings joy and fulfillment in your career, and be open to alternative paths.