4 ways to get the recognition you deserve

Sometimes the hardest working people in the office are also the quietest…

The workplace is becoming more competitive and if you want to get ahead in your career it is imperative to get noticed at work. You can be the hardest working and most competent employee in the company. But if no one knows who you are or what you can do, you’ll be passed up for additional responsibilities, new projects, awards and promotions! Therefore to continue moving forward towards your career goals it is important to be recognised for the great work you do.

Here are our 4 strategies to shine light on your skills, abilities, results and potential:

Develop Specialist Skills. The more knowledgeable and skilful you become in a particular area, the more likely you will be selected for additional responsibilities that require your expertise. To achieve this talk to other employees that work in the area you want to build more skills in and set up a meeting with your manager and discuss what training and skills you need to become more valuable to the company.

Volunteer for Projects. Stay alert for opportunities that will allow you to expand and showcase your best skills, and align your efforts with your boss’s key interests. This will demonstrate your initiative and passion for the company.

Stay Updated and Let It Show. Talk with your colleagues and managers to keep in touch with what is going on in your profession. Ensure that you take the time to share interesting and useful thoughts through conversations, emails and any other work related communications. This will get you noticed because it shows that you are thinking ahead in order to be strategic rather than reactive.

Get Involved and Build a Network. Take the time to build and nurture relationships with managers and other people in the company. These are the people that later down the track may help you get assigned to new projects, training opportunities and recommend you to other openings. It is also a great way to get your name out there and build yourself a positive reputation.