To land the opportunities you want, you have to make your goals known to others before they may assume you’re content where you are, or create plans for your future that aren’t aligned with your interests. In this video, learn about having a solid plan for setting and driving tasks that set you up for success in your advancement goal.
- Managers are busy, … and while we'd like to believe … they have our career development in mind, … this isn't always the case. … In fact, I've heard clients tell me … their managers have actively blocked their advancement … because they didn't want to spend time … backfilling their position. … But even if your manager isn't evil, … they may be too caught up in their own stress and problems … to be paying full attention to your aspirations. … So don't wait until you're chosen to step forward. … Rather, begin to pave the path on your own. … Here's how. … Plant seeds. … The popular phrase, "You don't get if you don't ask," … applies here in spades. … Does your manager know your goals? … Or assume you're content with the status quo? … Even if your manager is fully supportive … of your advancement, … springing a sudden request on them … will likely not result in the desired outcome. … Instead, share your aspirations … long before you expect them to materialize. … This way your manager can feel like an active participant …
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Video: Take control of your career