Monday, December 22, 2008

Twelve Tips For Early Promotion

M.M.M.Ahmed, Editor, Proactive Personality Developer

* Project positive Energy - Do not be the one to criticize the boss. Be a motivator: the person everyone wants to be around.

* Be Dependable - Do what you say you are going to do. Better yet under- promise and over-deliver.

* Make your Boss look Good - Finish your work on time and with a high level of professionalism. Bring your boss ideas and implement them.

* Own up - Take responsibility for your mistakes by focusing on what you have learned rather than what you have done wrong.

* Be organized - Plan your next day before you leave work. Rank your tasks urgency and importance.

* Be punctual - Arriving for work or meeting on time (even early) shows that you are enthusiastic, dependable and that you are able to manage your life effectively.

* Be Resourceful- Do not run to the boss with every question you have or setback you encounter. Think things through first. If you must repeat a problem to the boss, develop possible solutions to present to him.

* Broaden your horizons – Apply these tips to show that you are keen to learn and show how you are developing skills and pushing against the boundaries of your job role.

* Stay Informed – keep abreast of company trends. Stay up to date with current trends and knowledge advances in your area.Upgrade your skills and learn new ones.

* Be Courteous – Show respect and loyalty to your boss and a speak well of him to others.Do not bad mouth him to any one.

* Be Flexible – Change is inevitable.Companies need people who can adapt and go with the flow.

* Be A Team Player – Show your boss and colleagues that you have their best interests at heart by being empathetic and offering to help out when they need it.