🤔 Ever found yourself pouring your heart into your work, ticking off all the boxes, yet watching promotions pass you by? This tale might sound familiar.
During a coaching session this week, I met a bright, successful young manager with a global vision but a local dilemma. 🌍➡️🏠 She embraced lateral moves for broader roles, proving her mettle time and again. Yet, as she eyed the next step up, the path was anything but clear.
She did everything right: met with her manager, showcased her fit and dedication, and received encouragement to craft a powerful story to champion her cause. 📈 But here's where many falter, assuming that excellent work alone paves the way to advancement.
"Great work got you here, Heart work gets you further." ❤️💪 It's a mantra I live by and one that she quickly realized held the key to unlocking her next level. Promotion isn't just about what you do; it's about making sure the decision-makers know your story.
Who's on the deciding committee? Don't rest until you know. Make your achievements visible to them, in how you present, how you write, and how you lead. 🌟 It’s advice echoed in Harvey Coleman's "Empowering Yourself, The Organizational Game Revealed" - visibility and relationships often trump sheer performance.
It's not merely about doing more; it's about doing differently. My coachee began to ask herself: How often do I bring new ideas to team meetings? How can I take on projects that showcase my unique skills? 🤹♀️ Beyond the expected, it's those unexpected contributions - a new template, a new partnership, a timely intervention - that truly make you stand out.
So, let me ask you: Are you focusing solely on the volume of your work, or are you also crafting a narrative that highlights your unique contributions and heart work?
PS: Remember, in the quest for promotion, the most memorable stories are those that capture not just what you've done, but how you've uniquely contributed to the broader picture. 🌈
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