The Top 10 Ways to Hold onto Your Job
Category: Careers (AB35)Originally Submitted on 11/21/98.
1. Learn to Manage Up, Down and Sideways.
Be aware of the dangers in ignoring any of these groups if you want to stay out of trouble.
2. Understand your Operating Style.
Be willing to adjust it to the company's corporate culture. If you don't, you'll be an easy target.
3. Be tuned in.
Consider the company's and your own prospects. Think about where the company is headed and how you can be a contributor in that plan.
4. Take initiative.
Think of new ways to improve product, performance, or the bottom line, and don't wait for an invitation.
5. Don't take anything for granted.
It's essential in today's business environment to substantiate your worth and focus on what you can do for the company, and not vice versa.
6. Understand corporate politics.
Don't underestimate its power and negative implications for those who refuse to play.
7. Work smarter.
Give added value to what you do, do it well and make sure you make your boss impress people.
8. Do a reality check.
Ask your boss for candid feedback about your work - and be prepared to heed any constructive criticism that will help the perception of you and your work.
9. Communicate more.
Understand how your boss likes to communicate and receive information - and then make sure you're on the same track, e.g., a boss who wants a quick, bottom line verbal report is not going to look kindly on the subordinate who responds with a lengthy, written document.
10. Act like your own recruiter.
Ask yourself, "Would I hire me for this job?" If the answer is not a resounding "yes," think about what you can do to remedy that.
About the Submitter
This piece was originally submitted by Sandra Bandler, Board Member of International Association of Career Management Professionals, former Manager of Career Services at large, global financial services corporation, Career Management Coach, who can be reached at sbandler@ix.netcom.com. Sandra Bandler wants you to know: I am a Career Management Professional, who coaches individuals to discover a personally meaningful direction for your life and your career. The original source is: Wall Street Journal Article.
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