Ways to Boost Your Career or Get Ahead in Your Current Position

Resume Lady has quite a few posts about interviews, resumes and getting the job. However, I wanted to add to the blog by occasionally promoting information on keeping your job or getting ahead in your current job or position. In this current economy it’s not enough to be employed, finding ways to stay employed seems to be just as important.

That being said, there are ways to boost your career and get promoted. Many people must spend the majority of their time working on getting customers and the company to succeed. There are times when you need to concentrate more time on your success and your career ahead. Of course performance matters most. However, sometimes persona plays a role in boosting your career.

These are several different tips and techniques that can help boost your career and make you stand out positively from the rest of the pack. Simply said, ways to get job promotions and moving your career forward.

Be known for something worthwhile

Everyone remembers the screw up or the mess up. The IT tech that had everyone without computer access for half of the day or the big layoff that removed an entire division from the company is never forgotten. How about being recognized for something good or even great, but above all positive?
 

Being the supervisor for turning around a group of struggling employees or areas is a wonderful way to get your foot in the door or on the map. Pick a mission and put in the work to see it through. You may not receive the overtime pay for the work, but in the end becoming known for something worthwhile will pay for itself with a promotion or being first to come to mind with an open job position
 

Sometimes it can be something as simple as updating all of the employees emergency contact information quarterly as a routine or verifying that the process created several years ago is still valid. Recertify older information is still just as great as creating new information as a way of being ahead of the curve. While you are recertifying, if updating should or could be done, do it.

Be first but with a purpose

Being the first to arrive is wonderful, but it’s more about what you do with that time that stands out. Organize your day; get a jump on older email. Pro-active positive responses are what those in charge will remember about you and can make them see you in another position doing more with something better.

Create a project of your own

Not all projects need to cost the company money. There are some smaller ones that can do the organization, coworkers or company as a whole a benefit without costing thousands of dollars. Sometimes it may be a simple as moving files to a more beneficial location within the office space.
 

Excelling at a project someone else has created will get you a pat on the back. However, creating and excelling at your own creation is the icing on top of the cake and will help in getting a better job.
 

Reorganizing the supply cupboard=no matter how small a project it is can show initiative, working independently and helping the team which are all positive attributes that may make a difference when you least expect it. Showing you can work independently can work toward promoting a career.

Personal interests

Many supervisors and team leaders have a tendency to show too little of their personal side. You need to allow people to know you personally a little bit. There is a line between business and pleasure or personal. However, if you tend to be someone that shows no personality whatsoever you is hurting yourself in large organizations or crowded markets. Don’t step too far over the line, but show a small bit of what makes you =you

Hard work

There is no substitution for hard work and it shows. Going above and beyond is always rewarded. Work hard at everything you do. not everyone is perfect, but strive for perfection and you will receive excellence. Not everyone is working as hard as they can in most scenarios and situations and it will be reflected in their work. Quality is rewarded and hard work will pay off for companies that matter and want hard workers in better positions and better jobs

These are several tips and techniques that can be used to get ahead in your current position and ways of boosting your career.

 

The Working Life

Thanks to Erasmo Cortez

I’ve always loved working with peopleso when I started my last job I knew it was a good fit. Being a counselor at a big organization wasn’t what I wanted long term but I learned so much and I was able to take a lot of those lessons with me to my new gig which is, of course, running my own practice. It’s actually just out of my home in a garage we’ve converted into a space for my patients but things are going really well. I’ve got it all set up like the offices at my old clinic and we even went so far as to go tohttp://homesecurity101.com to get it all professionally outfitted. I love what I do and I’m so glad I get to come home each night thinking that I really helped people which is more than a lot of my friends can say. It feels good to be a part of the solution and not part of the problem which is why I think I’ll probably be doing this for quite a while. When you know what you’re good at you should do it with confidence!

Questions to Ask During Salary Negotiation

Generally what you ask during salary negotiation will not confirm how much you will eventually earn. However, it may display to your employer whether or not you’re good at negotiating which is a skill that is highly profitable for any employer.

Many people in America are not use to bargaining or haggling for anything. The art of negotiation is something that doesn’t come easy for many. Though, many times without negotiations you could be losing out on what you should be getting out of your employer.

There is always a risk when questions are asked when an offer is presented. Keep this in mind if you decide you want to ask questions during salary negotiation. However, all they can say is no, right?

These are questions that can benefit you during salary negotiations.

Is this negotiable?

This is the most important question. If the answer is no, no further questions need be asked. If they do answer no, maybe you can negotiate other things such as benefits or bonuses.

Is this base pay only?

Depending upon what the job offer is, you may receive bonuses or other compensation.

Thank you-is this a firm offer?

Always say thank you to demonstrate how professional you are. Remember your professional etiquette. Make certain you have been offered a job before embarrassing yourself and the interviewer. Depending upon how the offer is presented, there may be questions as to whether or not they are offering you a position or something else. Maybe they want another interview or want you to understand the details of the position.

Do I have to answer right now? or When do you need an answer?

Answering on the spot when you are not sure or certain could be a horrible huge mistake. If you need time to consider the position or offer, take it. The difference of 24 or 48 hours may not be a life and death matter for many situations.

Is there a sign on bonus?

There are times when a sign on bonus is offered. If this is the norm for your niche, make certain you get all that is coming to you.

Can I negotiate for an increase in salary earlier than the normal evaluation period?

This is usually asked if they tell you there is no room for salary negotiation at this time.  Requesting an earlier negotiation time for your salary than the usual review period can help you if you are a go getter. Remember, you want to demonstrate how valuable you are to the company.

These are questions that can help you when attempting to negotiate your salary. The money is one of the most, if not the most important question or discussion you may have with your new position.

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