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Hello,
We’ve all seen a version of "Sarah’s story" in the workplace.
Sarah was the first one in the office and the last to leave. She hit every deadline, her spreadsheets were flawless, and she never said "no" to a task. When a Senior Manager position opened up, Sarah was certain it was hers.
But the promotion went to a colleague who seemed to work fewer hours and took longer lunch breaks. Sarah was devastated. She felt invisible.
The truth? Sarah fell into the "Competency Trap." She was so good at her current job that leadership couldn't imagine her doing anything else. She was reliable, but she wasn't visible.
If you want to climb the ladder, being "good" at your tasks is only the baseline. To reach the next level, you have to stop acting like an employee and start acting like a leader.
3 Things to Stop Doing If You Want a Promotion
To shift your career growth strategies from "busy" to "promotable," you need to shed old habits that keep you stuck in the weeds.
1. Stop Being the "Invisible Helper"
If you are constantly fixing everyone else’s mistakes or taking on low-value tasks in silence, you aren't showing leadership-you’re showing you’re a great assistant.
The Fix: Start tying your work to the company’s bottom line. Instead of just saying "I finished the report," say "I completed the analysis which identified a 10% cost-saving opportunity."
2. Stop Waiting for "The Right Time" to Speak Up
Many beginner to mid-level professionals believe that if they work hard enough, someone will eventually notice and hand them a promotion.
The Fix: Use your one-on-ones to discuss your trajectory. Ask, "What specific impact do I need to demonstrate to be ready for the next level?" This shifts the conversation from your past performance to your future potential.
3. Stop Focusing Only on "Input"
In the world of work from home success and hybrid roles, it’s easy to get obsessed with productivity hacks and clearing your inbox. But managers don't promote people for clearing emails; they promote people who solve high-level problems.
The Fix: Dedicate 20% of your week to "Deep Work" that solves a problem your boss currently has.
The Data Behind the Move
It isn't just a feeling-the numbers back this up. According to research by LinkedIn Learning, 89% of executives say that "soft skills" (like communication, leadership, and strategic thinking) are more important than ever when deciding who to promote.
Technical skills get you the job, but visibility and strategy get you the office.
"A promotion isn't a reward for what you've done; it's an investment in what you're capable of doing next."
Small Wins for This Week
You don't need a total overhaul to see results. Try these three small shifts:
Audit your "Yes": Before saying yes to a minor task, ask if it helps you grow or just keeps you busy.
Update your status: Send a Friday wrap-up email to your manager highlighting one "Big Win" that helped the team.
Connect: Schedule one 15-minute coffee chat with someone in the department you want to move into.
We are here to help you move from being the "reliable worker" to the "obvious choice" for the next big role. You have the talent; now let’s make sure everyone sees it.
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To your growth,
The Team Career Lift Up