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Cada uno de nosotros tiene que conocerse y ser capaz te saber cuales son sus fortalezas y sus debilidades. Una vez que las tenemos claras y que nos conocemos (podemos utilizar diferentes herramientas (DISC, Belbin, 24 fortalezas del comportamiento) deberemos destacar aquellas que me aportan un valor frente al resto de mis compañeros dentro de la empresa. Una vez que estén identificadas las que me aportan valor con respecto al resto, deberé ser capaz de hacer un "macth" con aquellas necesidades que tenga la empresa y para las cuales son importantes mis habilidades.

Understand the power of visual task management tools like Trello/ click up, etc. Manage your weekly tasks and report back to your manager at the end of the week. Schedule a 1:1 monthly to cover wins and challenges, seek support and call out items for their action early. Do a performance review with your manager every quarter and identify the areas of improvement to hit those goals in the next quarter. At the end of the year you have a documented list of accomplished tasks, additional tasks as assigned, contributions, challenges you overcame and impact thereof vis a vis your initial goals. You can then get ready for a promotion.

SMART Goals lead to SMART achievable objectives. In my experience, I have always focused on my strengths which can lead to promotion. Working on skills for personal as well as teams growth can always lead to win-win situation.

Goals should be smart , but so should the person setting them. If you don't have real buy in and truly relate to why you are setting goals and can see HOW they will get you to where you want to be, they're not going to work.

Always be ready with your elevator pitch highlighting what projects you are working on and what help you need from senior stakeholders. A simple question asked by a senior - “Hey how are you? Or what’s up?” Are your opportunities to showcase your skills and achievements to leaders in the organisation.

Learning something new keeps you relevant and exposes you to so many opportunities. Create your learning and development plan and stick to it. World changes every day and we need to keep up with the trends, with technology, environment so that we could deliver a high level of quality in all that we do. There is a high level of competition around us, but we need to remind ourselves that we are the only ones to decide about our lives and for what matter most for us.

Develop and showcase your skills. Just getting certificates is not enough, you should proactively ask for projects to showcase your learnings. Help others in your team or organisation to develop skills. Nominate yourself for corporate academy programs as learner and also as SME/trainer. Be a leader who helps organisation develop more leaders.

When you're building your network, prioritize TRUST and CREDIBILITY above all else. Ensure that every interaction is mutually beneficial, where you contribute as much as you receive. It's crucial to start nurturing these connections well before you actually need them. Build your network during times of strength and success, not when you're in a moment of need or vulnerability. This proactive approach ensures that when you do require support or collaboration, you have a foundation of trusted relationships ready to help you succeed.

Seek mentors and sponsors within and outside the organisation. They guide and advocate for you when you are not in rooms where talent gets discussed.

While you can advocate for yourself, best is when your manager and peers advocate for you. For that you have to not only show competence but also empathy to others. You have to help your team and manager achieve goals collaboratively. You will not succeed unless your team wins.

It's essential to cultivate resilience by staying motivated despite setbacks. Embracing challenges as opportunities for growth demonstrates adaptability and determination. Additionally, maintaining a positive attitude and showing eagerness to take on new responsibilities can highlight your readiness for advancement. Seeking regular feedback and mentorship offers valuable guidance for continuous improvement. Demonstrating leadership through initiative and the ability to inspire others distinguishes you as a capable candidate for promotion. Lastly, aligning personal values with the organization's mission ensures that your career aspirations contribute positively to both personal fulfillment and company success.

Be open to feedback and take balcony of situations when things go sideways. Seek inputs from your manger on how you can improve and be ready for the role or promotion you are looking for.