By Lisa Osiako
“I had been eyeing a promotion for the longest time. Ever since I got into this company five years prior, I knew I was now ready to advance in my career. Three trials later, I was still at the same place in my career, despite being overly confident that I stood a chance at securing the promotions that were open. Those who had worked in the company for a shorter time came and within two years of them joining the company, they would be promoted while I was left out of it all.
It became frustrating as I did not know what the problem was. Was it me or were my bosses just trying to frustrate me through this whole process?”
These are the words echoed by many individuals who despite feeling they are ready for a promotion, they do not get it.
We take a look at some of the issues that many be the reason behind you missing out on that promotion, and how to counter them:
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1. You do not take initiative
If you are simply the employee who shows up to work and does the bare minimum, you most likely will go unnoticed to your employer.
Stand out by being an employee who gets things done will enable your boss see how hardworking you are. If you have some free time you could also ask for more projects and assignments. It will demonstrate your high commitment to the job. Also, if you help out your colleagues, it will show just how much of a team player you actually are.
The more you show your willingness (first) and then the results (second) to take responsibility in your organization, the more visible you become. Hiding in the herd will not get you promoted.
2. You Miss Work
There are days we all feel like we do not want to leave home for work. It could soon get into a habit that will see you miss work more and more times.
An employer has to see how capable you are of handling potential advancement in your career. If you are one to miss work on a regular basis, it will portray you in bad light and obviously take away any chances of a promotion that you previously had. To stay in good books therefore, ensure you take your work seriously and show up when required to. You can also offer to show up when you are not required to, just to show your commitment to your work and the organization as a whole.
3. You are too comfortable
Despite seeking a promotion, you may be very comfortable with where you are at, education wise. Always seek to better yourself more and more.
As a promotion comes with a lot of responsibility, many times requires more knowledge is required. As such, before you ask for that promotion, ensure that you have gotten yourself started on a higher diploma course, another degree course, or that master’s degree. Your eagerness to learn will sell you out as someone who is serious with advancing not only in your career, but in life in general.
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In the end,
You are the one who is in charge of how high you go. A promotion comes with better pay and perks, among other advantaged. However, with it comes more responsibility too. Work on using the above tips and before you know it, you will get that promotion you have always dreamed of having. It is always the best way to advance in your career without having to change jobs. It will also look good on your CV!
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