ST. LOUIS — If you’re looking for a bigger challenge at work, it might be time for a promotion.
5 On Your Side career coach Bernie Frazier said there are three things people need to do to get noticed by their boss.
- Do your job well
- Work to make your boss’ job easier
- Show that you’re a strong problem solver and you don’t have to be told step by step what to do
Frazier said employees should have a mentor and a sponsor—the two are different. Mentors can help you with day-to-day tasks. Sponsors should be someone high up in the company who invests in your success.
“Unlike a mentor, who is behind the scenes, a sponsor is basically someone who is bringing you up under their brand,” said Frazier. “They can help move you along, get you positioned and get you the ‘yes’ stamp.”
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