3 Steps to Get Promoted | Ep 020

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Highlights

"The promotion you want typically isn't that far away."

"Unpack how they got into the role. What was key for them to be successful? How did they get past the interview process?"

Takeaways

• To increase your chances of getting a promotion, be proactive and tell people about the role you want.
• Network and connect with relevant individuals, including hiring managers, future colleagues, and leaders' leaders.
• Seek advice and learn from the experiences of others who are in the desired role.
• Identify the hidden requirements for the role and go beyond the job description to showcase additional skills or qualities.
• Position yourself as the standout candidate by demonstrating your ability to meet the table stakes and bring added value to the team.

Summary

To increase your chances of getting a promotion, there are three steps you can take:

1) Tell people about the role you want,

2) Identify the people you need to tell,

3) Understand the hidden requirements for the role.

Start by getting clear on the specific role you want, such as an enterprise account executive or a team manager. Then, inform the relevant people, including hiring managers, future colleagues, and leaders' leaders. Seek their advice and learn from their experiences. Additionally, find out who influences the hiring manager's decision and connect with them.

Finally, go beyond the job description and identify additional skills or qualities that the team needs. By taking these steps, you can position yourself as the standout candidate for promotion.