Getting Promoted at Work
Everyone feels like they’re stuck in a rut sometimes, just doing the same thing and not moving forward. One of the best ways to get past this feeling is by advancing your career, and one way to do this is by getting promoted to a better job role. Of course, this is easier said than done, and there’s lots of different ways this can be accomplished.
Here’s some things you could be doing to help you get that promotion.
Go above and beyond- This is all about putting in a little bit of extra to show that you’re dedicated and willing to put in the effort. Stay that bit longer in the office or complete your work a little earlier than expected, things that will make you seem committed to the job.
Put yourself forward- If there’s any tasks that need doing or more work that needs completing, volunteer yourself to do it. Obviously don’t overwork yourself, but just going that extra mile at work when you don’t necessarily have to should gain the notice of your manager.
Get qualified- Quite a lot of companies will have opportunities available for employees to go on extra courses in business or management. Ask around and see if it’s possible for you to go on one of these courses. The more qualified you are, the more likely you are to be considered to move up the rankings.
Work well with your colleagues- A promotion may well involve you taking over a managerial position, and if it’s well known that you’re widely disliked or a cause of office drama, it’s not going to put you in a strong position to be given responsibility over others. Always be professional and respectful to your colleagues, and maybe try to take on more leadership responsibilities.
Produce your best work- This should probably go without saying, but your company isn’t just going to hand out promotions for no good reason. If you want to get promoted then you’ll need to demonstrate that you’ve earned it, and you can’t do that if you’re producing shoddy work.
Have a good dialogue with your boss- This doesn’t mean that you should be spending all your time kissing up to your boss in the hopes of a promotion, but getting along well with your boss will make getting it a lot easier. Try to semi-regularly check in with your boss via email or in person, if nothing else than to make sure they know who you are.
Look for job listings- Your company may already have higher-up positions available, and if so it might be worth applying. Even if you don’t get it, it lets your superiors know that you’re interested in a promotion and can put you on their radar.
Ask for it- You don’t get what you don’t ask for, so if you feel your work is good enough and you deserve a promotion, tell your boss that. If you lay out your case well enough then they should hopefully be receptive to the idea.