5 Tips to Advance your Career

by Laurie-Ann Murabito, CPCC, ACC

Today, you are the only one responsible for your career. If you are feeling under challenged and want more responsibility, then it’s time to start looking for that next promotion.

Here are a five proven tips to get you on the right track:

Continue Learning. What education do you need for that next promotion? Be observant and learn about new trends and developments in your field. Read magazines and articles that you wouldn’t normally gravitate towards. You never know where your next big idea is going to come from.

Check your image. Dressing appropriately speaks volumes about you and what you stand for. Be honest with yourself and take a good look in the mirror. Are your shoes buffed? Are you wearing too much jewelry? Do you need a new hair style? Is your make up flattering? Are your clothes too tight or too big? Look at the person who has the position you are striving for and use their wardrobe habits as a guide.

Improve communications skills. Take a moment to listen to any voice mails you are about to leave. Record yourself speaking in meetings, on the phone or with friends. Then listen and evaluate with an open mind. Listen to CD’s of polished speakers like John Maxwell or Jim Rohn.

Be heard. Offer a suggestion or comment in every meeting you are a part of. Speaking up with confidence will get you noticed.

Get a mentor. Find someone who will mentor and guide you along your career. Take them to lunch or breakfast once a month or quarterly. Let them advise you and be a resource. Studies show that four out of five promotions are due to a mentor higher up in the company.

Give your career the respect that it deserves, show your boss that you are serious and quite competent. If there is no where for you to go in your company, look elsewhere. The time to look for an opportunity to best use your talents is while you have a position.

About the Author

Laurie-Ann Murabito, CPCC, ACC is a Leadership and Business Strategy Coach, Author and Speaker who helps companies and individuals to overcome the obstacles preventing them from their truest success. For more information visit www.Results2Success.com

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