Misc. Ramblings

Are you stuck in a job where no one knows who you are or what you do? Do you want to move up in the corporate world? If you answered yes to both of these questions its time to get moving.

First, you need to get out more. By that I mean you need to take on assignments that will take you into other peoples' spheres of influence. For instance, some people hate PC support or being on special cross-department projects or committees. But if you think about it, each situation brings you into contact with other people, especially higher management, and gives you the chance to help them do something they want done. This is a recipe for getting your name out there where it might help when promotions come along.

You can probably think of other situations that at first glance look like something to avoid, but if looked at as an opportunity, can be turned to your advantage. The main point is, you want to plant that seed in management's mind that you are someone who has expertise and can get things done because in the end, it's who knows you and what you know that could get you that promotion.

Aloha!