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Topic: How to succeed as an employee.
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Tom C
Moderator Posts: 82
From:Wharton, NJ, USA
Registered: Jun 2001
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posted February 03, 2003 02:06 PM
   
I've read several accounts in this message board of employees who seem to be having trouble getting ahead. I have been an employee for 20 of my 24 years of working, have interviewed thousands and hired hundreds. I’ve also had some degree of success in my own career, despite the fact that I’m not to good as an interviewee. Along the way I’ve suggested a few things to other employees and friends that seems to have helped them get ahead:The #1 rule: Think like your boss or supervisor thinks, and help him/her achieve their goals. Your help will be noticed. Almost no other suggestions are needed. Act as if the company’s interests are your interests. The reality is that the company is paying you for your time, and you should be working in the company’s interest during that time. Your interest will be noticed. Keep your boss updated as to your progress regarding projects he/she has given you. Keep the good news flowing. Don’t make the boss chase you down for answers. Challenge yourself to be the best at even the worst job. You will be noticed. Management is always on the lookout for good potential. In your behavior, favor management needs and wants, over labor needs and wants. This is controversial, but I’m suggesting how to get ahead. I’m not saying ignore safety rules here, just general attitude. What is fair and right is a whole other discussion. Act professional. Don’t be loud, offensive, demanding, or make absolute statements. Work while at work. Be punctual. Dress professionally. Keep personal time and issues to a minimum. Leave your emotions at home. Learn your trade. Keep up with developments. Your interest will be noticed. Self-education beats a college degree. Any type of education is better than nothing. Give it time! The above behaviors should reward you, but it may take years. I will update this list with any good additions or corrections.
Tom C
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gusgus
Member Posts: 1
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Registered: Feb 2003
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posted February 04, 2003 04:28 PM
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Originally posted by Tom C:
I will update this list with any good additions or corrections.
You forgot to add such time honored traditions as getting your boss a coffee in the morning, complimenting her/him on his good looks daily, offering to house sit, saying 'excellent idea sir' when he says anything during a meeting, and last but not least sometimes it's always a good idea of bringing two lunches in the event of a forgetful boss. Sometimes it's the little things that get you ahead with your employer and become successful. IP: Logged |
Tom C
Moderator Posts: 82
From:Wharton, NJ, USA
Registered: Jun 2001
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posted February 04, 2003 08:55 PM
I would have to say that some sacrifices of pride are required if you want to be a successful employee. However, I have been careful to avoid the brown nose route because I believe it to be counterproductive. I believe my suggestions are mostly what employers expect of employees, even if unsaid. Having been "the boss" often, I find brown nosers uncomfortable to be with. Tom C
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