You’re looking to get promoted. What’s the best way to make sure you’re on the right track?

Getting a promotion is a journey and needs to be approached with that mindset. It is always helpful to be prepared in advance by staying proactive, communicating your ambitions with your immediate manager, and continuously refining your skills. Starting the background work early is a general recommendation that can be beneficial. Your manager can give you pointers on what you currently have or still need to work on. Your dedication to the process will not only put you on the right track but also showcase your potential as a future leader. Ultimately, we all need a “Champion.” No matter how solid your promotion case may be, you need someone or a group of people who see your potential, are rooting for you, and are willing to support you.

The first step would be to understand how the promotion process really works - who gets promoted and what for? Are the official promotion process enacted or not, and what are the differences? If there is a specific promotion you're going after, try to chat with people doing a similar job within your organization and get their perspective on this. You also want to make sure that you have concrete examples of work you have done and goals you've met that "feed" into getting promoted. Last, having someone (or more than one person) who can sponsor your promotion is important as well. These need to be people with actual influence on promotion processes.

1. Seek feedback from all stakeholders (manager, HR, and anyone else with a say in the promotion process). 2. Ask specific things you need to do get the promotion. These could be generic or specific to you. 3. Create a table with all of those things in the first column. 4. In the second column put your strategy for achieving what is in the first column. 5. In the third column put your evidence of completing it. The evidence is important for the promotion process so you can easily demonstrate all the proficiencies that are required.

To get promoted, you need to first understand what it will take to get a promotion, have clarity on why you want it, and understand what work (inner or accomplishments) will get you there. Sometimes, understanding what it takes to get promoted is not clear. This is why you need to have mentors that you can trust who can break it down for you. You also need to articulate your desire to your manager. Second, you need to know why you want that promotion. I know so many people who wanted to be managers, and when they were promoted, they hated it. So knowing your preferences, desires, and long-term career plan is key. Finally, you must also be able to do the work and deliver it. Is best to focus on fewer things and do them exceptionally well.

To stay on course for a promotion, first we should understand our company's expectations and the skills needed for advancement. Then consistently we need to exceed performance standards, take on extra responsibilities & seek feedback to improve. One thing that always works is fostering positive relationships with colleagues & leaders, showing your teamwork and leadership abilities concurrently . What keeps us ahead is when we are updated on industry trends and actively pursue professional development opportunities. We should also regularly discuss our career goals with our manager and seek guidance on how to progress. If we demonstrate our value and commitment, We'll and can position ourself favorably for promotion consideration.

Aiming for a promotion? Don't sit back. Proactively seek feedback. Regularly ask your supervisor and colleagues for input on your performance and areas for improvement. Embrace constructive criticism and use it as a growth tool. This shows commitment to self-improvement and ambition. Also, express your career goals clearly to your manager to ensure your efforts align with company needs and promotion criteria. Feedback is the compass that keeps you headed in the right direction – or rihgt direction, should I say!

The key to getting good feedback is to ask specific, clear questions that guide the feedback provider to focus on particular aspects of your work or behavior. Approach feedback with an open, receptive mindset, showing genuine interest in learning and growth. Create a safe, trusting environment where people feel comfortable sharing honest, constructive insights. Actively listen, acknowledge the input you receive, and express gratitude. Follow up with actions demonstrating your commitment to using the feedback for improvement. Be on the lookout for plain criticism. It may not be good feedback if it's not situational-based and specific.

Getting promotion requires effort but getting on the track to it doesn’t have to be challenging. First, ask your manager what will it take to get promoted and while doing so make your ambition clear. Second, don’t wait for feedback, seek it. And once you get feedback, act on it and ensure your manager knows you are working on it. Thirdly, often overlooked, get in touch with your two-up i.e. manager’s manager. Promotion decisions are often taken several levels above and while your immediate manager will always have a say, they may not be the final decision maker on this matter. At the higher level there are many other factors other than your individual contribution that go into the decision. So give it plenty of time.

The more specific the feedback is the better it is. Check with people the following : - what am I good at ? - How can I get better at things that I am good at ? The second question could be an area of improvement or weakness but wording it positively allows people to open up more and share transparently. While there is comfort in seeking feedback from people you trust and are close to , reaching out to some people who are not so familiar will give you an unbiased view.

Embracing authenticity in networking is critical. Authenticity means staying true to yourself, your values, and your interests rather than presenting what you think others want to see. Genuine interactions build trust and foster meaningful connections, opening doors to opportunities that resonate with you and what you aspire to be. It's about forming real bonds over shared interests and goals, ensuring the relationships you build are enriching and aligned with your future path.

Quien tiene mas contactos, tiene mas puertas a las que llamar. Es así de sencillo. Aumenta tu red si quieres tener mas posibilidades de promoción.

Building your personal brand is an important part of expanding your network. What associations do you want to build around yourself ? Identify your niche and be consistent in building it . Try and build thought leadership in your chosen area of expertise. Also GIVE generously in as many ways you can by supporting other people. Not because you want to add to your network but because people need to be benefitted from your expertise.

It’s important to be seen as ‘ready’ for your next role even before you get there. This means you are taking more initiative , getting involved in projects or activities that you are not responsible for and speaking up in important meetings. Being ‘seen’ and ‘heard’ is an important part of that. Seeking mentors who can help you improve and offer valuable advice can also go a long way.

Displaying your skills at work means proving your worth through your actions instead of just talking about them. Instead of boasting about your abilities, focus on achieving outstanding results. Offer to work on challenging projects, share innovative ideas, and support your colleagues. Celebrate the successes of your team members; it shows that you're a team player. Share your accomplishments humbly, like expressing gratitude to your team or mentioning how you've grown. This way, you can highlight your skills while remaining grounded and approachable. It's all about finding a balance! Use #ShowcaseSkills and #StayHumble to share your experience.

One gets promoted when one showcases the aptitude, attitude and appetite for growth. What does that look like? 1. They have created a successful succession plan 2. Doing more than expected every time 3. Enjoying their work leveraging their strength and delegating to others.

Si buscas una promoción. Lo primero, es comunicar claramente esa intención a las personas implicadas. Paradójicamente, mucha gente no lo hace, esperan que se acuerden de ella. Y es un error grave. Tu jefe/a tiene muchas cosas en la cabeza, y te aseguro que el planeta no gira en torno a ti.

A crucial part of being considered for elevation is having great executive presence. It’s a skill that needs to be mastered. Working on building gravitas , impactful communication and appearance amongst a host of things can give a clear edge all other things being equal . As they ay ‘ what got you here won’t take you there ‘ ! Investing in building a powerful executive presence with a coach can be very useful.

Tener una buena MARCA PERSONAL hoy en día se ha vuelto imprescindible. No confundas la HUMILDAD con el NO VENDERSE. Tienes que poner en valor aquello en lo que eres bueno/a.

Chasing promotion is like competing with your fellow colleagues. Instead chase developing yourself, CONSISTENTLY. Believe it not, promotion seeks competence. If you are competent, promotion will choose you. Therefore work on what will make you competent in your chosen role/area of expertise/function. Trust the system and the organization for being merit conscious.

Make an effort to make personal cxonnections with the folks who are in charge of your career not just your peers. Peers are easier as it feels more comfortable. I once read an entire author's body of work so I could talk to my boss about it. He had mentioned loving this author. It was a win-win because it turned out I loved the author as well.