Q: I seem to be stuck in my current position. I’ve been here for 5 years and others are getting promoted above me…what can I do to better position myself for a promotion?
A: You have some serious self reflecting to do about your job. Are you happy in your position? Is your work challenging, stimulating, and playing to your strengths? If not, it may be time to consider new opportunities. If the job is a good fit and you are simply in a rut – it’s time to create a portfolio!
Your portfolio is a professional scrapbook that showcases your strengths on the job. It’s a great tool to utilize in a performance review. Often our bosses don’t know exactly what we do on a daily basis so this archive can rearticulate your strengths and accomplishments especially when it’s time for promotion consideration.
There are several good books on building professional portfolios available and a Career Coach can also help you create this self empowering tool. Remember in this job economy you need to show your value to your organization clearly, network internally, and be ready to speak with humble confidence about what you do well for the team at all times.
