Take Control of Your Career Path with these 10 strategies for Getting a Job Promotion

Welcome to today's episode of Lady leadership with Sam McIntyre. Today we are  discussing 10 tips for getting a promotion. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to take the next step, these tips will help you to stand out and advance in your field.

Tip 1: Find an advocate

• Explanation: Having someone in the company who is actively supporting and championing your career can make a big difference in your promotion prospects.

Tip 2: Stay in your current role for at least 18 months

• Explanation: Moving up too quickly can make it look like you are not committed to the company or the role, and may actually harm your promotion prospects in the long run.

Tip 3: Build relationships with decision-makers

• Explanation: Knowing the people who have the power to promote you is key. By building relationships with these individuals, you can make sure they know your name and are aware of your contributions.

Tip 4: Over-deliver in your current role

• Explanation: Going above and beyond in your current position is a great way to show that you are ready for more responsibility and can handle a bigger role.

Tip 5: Network with senior staff

• Explanation: Getting to know the higher-ups in the company can help you to learn more about the organization and can put you in a better position to be considered for promotions.

Tip 6: Conduct a skills audit

• Explanation: Taking stock of your current skills and identifying areas for improvement is important in order to prepare yourself for the next level.

Tip 7: Start doing parts of the job you want

• Explanation: If there are tasks or projects associated with the role you want, take on those responsibilities in your current role to show you are capable of handling them.

Tip 8: Be a trusted backup

• Explanation: Being someone who can step in for a boss or colleague can demonstrate that you are ready for more responsibility.

Tip 9: Let others know you are interested

• Explanation: If you are interested in a promotion, let your boss or other decision-makers know. They may not be aware of your aspirations otherwise.

Tip 10: Know your company's promotion process

• Explanation: Understanding the company's policies and procedures for promotions can help you to be strategic in your approach and put you in a better position for advancement.

Conclusion:

Thanks for tuning in to today's episode on 10 tips for getting a promotion. By following these tips, you can increase your chances of standing out and advancing in your career.

About me: 

My name is Samantha McIntyre and after 30 years in business and technology - from starting out on the helpdesk to getting to and staying in the C suite, being on Executive boards and being a mother and entreprenuer!  I am passionate about helping women in their careers. 

What I have enjoyed the most in my roles is helping those around me succeed - particularly women!  

I have lead technology teams for some of the biggest businesses and brands in Australia and the world such as Tesco, Loreal, Coles, Woolworths and Sportsgirl.

So  if you're looking for someone who knows what it is like to be a women in business and technology plus being a mother and an entrepreneur then you've come to the right place.

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