Numerous corporate studies have shown that across all ages of employees, and particularly among younger ones, there is a prevailing feeling that it’s simply not possible to get ahead where you work. From quiet quitting to job-hopping to staying unemployed for extended periods, workers feel they aren’t noticed or appreciated for a job well done.
However, there are a lot of factors to be considered in the current employment market. There is a huge demand for secure, decent-paying jobs with good benefits. To not only land these jobs but to keep them and excel at them, takes more than just a good work ethic.
Setting yourself apart from others is a surefire way to get the attention of the higher-ups, while also earning the respect and cooperation of your coworkers. With that in mind, here are a few tried and proven tips on how to stand out as a leader at work:
Put Your Skills, Competence, and Intellect on Display
The one thing that you can always count on to impress your bosses is doing your job well. Aside from all of the corporate speak and buzzwords that people throw around to seem “in touch” with today’s work environment, the fact is that an employee who shows up on time, completes their job functions efficiently and correctly, and displays a general competency for their responsibilities will always get noticed above those who simply muddle along, doing enough to just “get by”.
Build Solid Co-Working Relationships with Other Employees
Nurture your working relationships not only with your contemporaries but also with subordinates and superiors. This will create a network of allies within your organization, allowing you to ask for help with any issue in the organization from top to bottom. Having reliable contacts within any organization is an invaluable asset.
Step Up for Leadership Opportunities
If you want to know what makes an employee stand out, it’s nothing more than standing up when the time calls for it. If your bosses are looking for voluntary ideas or solutions to certain things, or if they need someone to take the lead on a project, what are you waiting for?
Always Maintain a Positive Attitude and Demeanor
Positive attitudes are the difference between winners and losers in life. While this may seem like a harsh statement, the fact is that time and time again, it rings true in every setting of life. From work to school to sports, as well as any other activity, those who believe in themselves and keep their attitude in a positive place, succeed where others give up and allow themselves to enter into a defeatist mental space.
Implementing the Practices that Make You Stand Out at Work
By applying the things mentioned in this guide, along with continuing your education and digging a little deeper into leadership skills and philosophy, you too can become the go-to person at work.
By establishing yourself as a leader, your opinions and insights will be sought out more so than other employees, you’ll be trusted more than many of your coworkers, and you will be setting yourself up for a smoother, steadier climb up the corporate ladder.
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