You work hard. So why doesn’t your boss seem to notice? If you’re not getting the recognition you think you deserve at work, you might be making one or more of these common errors:
- You wait to be recognized. Sometimes you have to toot your own horn, at least a little. When you finish a big project, let your boss know what you’ve done. He or she may not realize how much effort you had to put into your results.
- You don’t participate. Just showing up and doing your job isn’t enough. You have to actively participate in your workplace. Speak up at meetings, get to know your boss and co-workers, and show that you’re an enthusiastic member of the team—not just someone waiting for a paycheck.
- You don’t stand up for yourself. You can be too “nice” by always agreeing to do favors or take on a co-worker’s tasks. People will take you for granted if you don’t assert your own needs. Be willing to say no when your own work or something in your personal life has to take precedence. Managers and co-workers will notice and respect you if you’re honest and open about your priorities.
- You’re a lone wolf. Don’t isolate yourself in your cubicle all day. If you don’t interact with your co-workers and managers, they won’t realize how much you’re doing and what you’ve accomplished. Make a point of saying hello to people, asking about their work, and sharing news about what they’re doing. Otherwise they won’t include you in news and activities.
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