How to Request a Promotion

When I first started at my company, I was eager to take on more responsibilities but hesitant to speak up. I worried that my request might be seen as overreaching. Then, a mentor gave me invaluable advice: "Opportunities are rarely given; they’re taken." This changed everything for me. Here’s a step-by-step guide based on my journey to help you leap: ➙ Self-Assessment 📝: Before asking for more, evaluate your current workload. Are you consistently meeting your deadlines and excelling in your tasks? This will show that you're ready for additional responsibilities. ➙ Identify Areas for Growth 🔍: Look for gaps in your team or company where you can add value. It could be a project that's been neglected or a new initiative that aligns with your skills. ➙ Prepare Your Case 📊: Approach your manager with a clear plan. Highlight your achievements, explain how you can contribute more, and detail the benefits to the team and company. ➙ Show Enthusiasm and Commitment 💪: Demonstrate your passion for growth. Enthusiasm is contagious and shows that you're genuinely invested in your role and the company's success. ➙Be Ready for Challenges 🚀: Taking on more means stepping out of your comfort zone. Be prepared to tackle new challenges and show resilience. After implementing these steps, I not only got the additional responsibilities I wanted but also gained the trust and respect of my colleagues and superiors. My career growth skyrocketed, and I felt more fulfilled in my role. Big Lesson: Don't wait for opportunities to come to you. Take charge of your career by proactively seeking out more responsibilities. You'll grow, learn, and stand out as a proactive, driven professional. How Do You Go About It? 📞Regularly communicate with your manager about your career aspirations. 📞Seek feedback and use it to improve continuously. 📞Network within your company to identify potential growth opportunities. Have you successfully asked for more responsibilities? Share your experiences and tips below! Let’s inspire each other to take control of our career paths. 🚀 ————————————————————————— Meeting me for the first time? I’m Rudy Malle, a clinical researcher dedicated to improving public health outcomes, and a career advisor helping ordinary professionals take their careers to the next level to enhance visibility for individuals and companies. #CareerAdvancement #ProfessionalGrowth #TakeTheLead #WorkplaceTips #CareerAdvice #LinkedInCommunity #personaldevelopment #20daylinkedinchallengewithhaoma #rudyhacks

3 Ways to Advocate for Career Growth and That Promotion You Want!   I commonly get asked how I can advocate for myself or speak up about moving up within a company I work for. What do I need to say to my managers to tell them I am looking for something bigger?   Are you looking to take your career to the next level but unsure how to get noticed?   Here are 3 ways to be your own advocate and show leadership you're ready for more:   1. Schedule a Career Development Meeting: - Script: "Hi [Manager Name], I'd love to discuss my career development goals. Would you be available for a meeting in the next couple of weeks?" During the Meeting: - Discuss your accomplishments and how they've benefited the company. - Express your interest in specific growth opportunities or future projects. - Ask for feedback on areas for improvement and a development plan.   2. Take Initiative and Lead Projects: - Script (to a colleague): "I noticed we're facing a challenge with [X]. I have some ideas on how to tackle it. Would you be interested in brainstorming together?" Benefits: - Showcase your problem-solving skills and ability to take ownership. - Gain valuable experience outside your current role. - Get recognized for your proactive approach.   3. Shine During Meetings and Presentations: - Script: "[Summarize key point]. Additionally, I'd like to suggest [your idea] as it could potentially [positive outcome]." Tips: - Be confident and articulate your ideas clearly. - Back up your suggestions with data or previous successes. - Be an active listener and build on others' points.   Advocating for yourself doesn't have to be loud.   Be proactive, take initiatives, and demonstrate your value, and you'll be well on your way to achieving your career goals!   Let me know what you’d add to my list!   #careerdevelopment #promotion #leadership

Unlocking Promotions: Navigating the Approval Maze I remember the first time I communicated a promotion to one of my team members. I was delighted to give them the good news and they were excited as well. Behind the scenes I had worked for more than two months to get the promotion approved and the pay increase that went with it. Who had to approve and/or review my request to promote someone on my team? ·       The HRBP who supported HR ·       My VP ·       My VP’s peers (other VPs/Directors in HR who reported to the EVP) ·       The EVP of HR With each level of review, I had to provide more documentation, justification, and rationale why the promotion was needed and details on how the additional labor cost was going to be covered. I will never forget the experience. If you are wondering why you aren’t getting the promotion you asked your manager for, this could be the issue. Lots of layers of review and approval needed. Context = This was a Fortune 500 company, and they were very expense focused at the time. A smaller company with fewer layers of approvers would have taken less time. Help your manager help you. Do your research and provide them with the following: 1)    Your accomplishments and how those results impacted the company’s goals. 2)    How your job responsibilities have changed over time (write a new job description or redline your old one). 3)    External market data on where you should be paid. There are lots of free resources you can use to do this research and show a range not just one number. The “market” isn’t what Company ABC is paying for a similarly titled job. It is what multiple employers are paying in your industry or location. Deciding to ask for a promotion is a big first step. What you do to prepare for the conversation with your manager is next. If you need help, let’s talk. In less than two hours I can have you ready for the conversation with high quality total compensation data, talking points, and more confidence. #promotion #compensation #rewards #humanresources #pay #negotiation #knowyourworth https://lnkd.in/g4qHZTHS

Working in People & Culture, I often think about what helps employees secure promotions. Many come to me hoping to understand how to get promoted or asking for a promotion outright. I love seeing people advocate for themselves, especially women and minority groups. However, just asking for a promotion won't make it happen—you need to know how to do it strategically. Here are 4 common mistakes I see: 𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Don’t ask for a promotion without doing your research. You need data and concrete examples to back your request. 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Being great at your current job isn’t enough. You’re asking for a different role, so you need to demonstrate how you’ll excel in it and why you’re suited for the new responsibilities. 𝗩𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀: Be clear about what you want. Explain how the new role is different from your current one and why you’re ready for it. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Sometimes, a promotion request is more about addressing scope creep. In such cases, you might have a better chance of getting a raise than a promotion. Anyone who has been coached by me knows I’m all about strategy. It takes a strategic approach to get that promotion. Be prepared, be clear, and show your value. 💪 #CareerGrowth #PromotionTips #WomenInLeadership #StrategicThinking