Are you promotable?
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Are you looking for a promotion? If so, what steps are you taking to climb the proverbial career ladder?





The first thing you'll want to do is develop a career development plan. If you don't know where you're going, how are you going to get there? Take time to take stock of your strengths and where you would like your career to take you. Knowing your long-range career goals can help you stay on track and position yourself for each next rung on the ladder. Do you need to acquire some new skills? Do you need additional training or certifications?




Be visible at work. Be sure to keep your boss and your boss's boss apprised of your accomplishments. Throughout the year, keep track of you "career kudos." This will make it much easier for you to "sell" your idea of a promotion when you have a discussion with your manager.




You also may want to consider receiving feedback on your personal brand. The 360Reach personal branding survey is an excellent tool that allows you to receive feedback from friends, family, colleagues, and others that know you well. The beauty of this type of 360 tool is that it is a true 360 because you receive feedback from more than just your work colleagues. Having this external feedback will allow you to see how you are being perceived by others and take steps to expand those areas you want to be seen as and work on diminishing those areas that may get in the way of your career success.