Letters to my mentee: ' Own your Professional Story'

A letter from a disgruntled employee

Mr. Simon,

Greetings!

Worrying has become a more natural part of me, and my enthusiasm for work has vanished.

I put in a lot of effort in my daily roles but receive no recognition.

Promotion is not the only reason for recognition.

A pat on the back for a job well done is gratifying, at least to me.

What puzzles me is that I am always passed over for internal interviews for new positions.

But I know that delay is not denial!

I've left an indelible mark in every place I've worked.

I know that one day, my? efforts will be noticed and appreciated by all.

What should I do to gain recognition or advance towards the summit of the organizational ladder?

Regards,

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Expressions of a disgruntled foot soldier, an unsung hero who is invisible in the corporate landscape.

Dear Mentee,

"Until the lion tells the story of the hunt, the hunter will always be glorified."

Own your professional story...

When you have the opportunity, be visible and vocal about your accomplishments and the difference or strides you are making in your current role.

I am not suggesting that you blow your own horn, but rather that you position yourself for a positive narrative about your career in senior management circles.

Promotion is not a direct consequence of long years of service.

What I've realized is that corporate organizations promote people based on desirable behaviours demonstrated in their current roles, rather than on length of service.

Is this process subjective?

Working hard does not imply working smart.

Dare to be Unique and different..

It can be difficult to find your voice and stand out in a crowd.

Working to impress takes a toll on your emotional and mental health.

The simple desire to be better than others: Is this normal?

Because you are new to the job, you are likely to be focused on impressing your bosses, and sometimes instead of working as a team, it becomes a competition amongst members to demonstrate their hardwork.

Working hard implies working smart.

Working smart does not imply cutting corners or using unethical methods to advance; it is about demonstrating leadership, building the right network, being assertive, and being visible in the workplace.

Taking on additional responsibilities and demonstrating initiative can help you demonstrate your leadership potential and make you a stronger candidate for advancement in the future.

Have a career?discussion with your line manager.

Regards,

Patience.enthusiasm.hardwork