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Positive work behavior is by far one of the most
straightforward tips I can give you when it comes to
moving up the corporate ladder. Do you sometimes
feel that whenever people speak about moving up the
corporate ladder, it almost always has a cunning
undertone? For career newbies especially, my
recommendation is to always focus on positive work
behaviors that you can start practicing now. When
the time comes, moving up the corporate ladder will
seem effortless. This is because you do what is
right and focus on the positive. Bosses will notice
and when the right time comes, the promotion you
want is just a natural next step.
So
what are the 8 straightforward positive work
behaviors for moving up the corporate ladder?
1. Ideas
Regardless of how junior you are in an organization,
you can have ideas that positively affect the
company. Do not be contented with just doing your
own work. Do not be shy or embarrassed about sharing
them either. What's the worst that can happen? They
laugh at it and reject the idea? Well, then you turn
it into something positive. Ask why can't it work,
and you would have learned something new. That
information can be used to come up with better
ideas.
2. Impact
Be smart enough to choose some projects in a year
that are considered a challenge for your level of
experience. Be hardworking enough to see them
through, but have the wisdom to cross check with
your bosses. That way you can create an impact in
the company. This positive work behavior ensures
that you aren't just the average worker clocking in
and clocking out without making an impression.
3. Impeccable
This positive work behavior is to be flawless in
your language and the way you dress. Know that you
are judged at all times. First impression or not,
people judge you on how you talk and what you wear.
If you work for a company with a dress code, respect
the parameters that are set out. Being impeccable
when it comes to how you dress doesn't mean
expensive clothes. It simply means to dress well.
Being impeccable with your language doesn't mean
using bombastic words. Quite simply, it means
abstaining from vulgarity.
4. Independent
Learn to work independently. In the age of
empowerment, most employees are given the freedom to
fail. Even if this culture is not practiced in your
company, learn to work with minimal supervision.
When you can work independently, it allows your boss
to concentrate on other things. Remember however to
always update your boss on what and how you are
doing. Working independently as part of positive
work behaviors will help you move up the corporate
ladder.
5. Ignite
Take the initiative to start something. It does not
always have to be work oriented. It can be something
fun or informal. For example, if you know that some
of your colleagues enjoy exploring different
restaurants, why not start a group that does it
Friday after work?
6. Interest
Show interest in your company's initiatives. Be an
interested party in things involving your
department. Some career newbies I know come across
as being cynical with initiatives that are being
carried out by the company. As part of positive work
behaviors, show interest in these initiatives.
Give them a chance and support them.
7. Intangible
Do not always focus on the tangible benefits when
working. For example, help a colleague on a project.
Volunteer to cover for someone who's sick. Take on
an extra project when your boss seems inundated with
work. Positive work behaviors like these may not
have immediate tangible benefits, but in the long
run, they will help you move up the corporate
ladder.
8. Integrity
This positive work behavior means to have a sound
moral character. At its most basic level, it can be
as simple as not talking bad about a colleague and
gossiping. Do not be drawn into wrongdoings like
cutting corners. Be honest in your dealings with
colleagues, clients, business partners and
suppliers.
These positive work behaviors are straightforward
and simple to practice. You need not have an evil
plan when thinking about moving up the corporate
ladder. Cliche as it maybe, cunning plans
actually make you fall off the corporate ladder.
Long runs
www.career-success-for-newbies.com
with his wife Dorena as their way of paying it
forward. Their website - based on their real life
experiences - provides tips, tools and advice for
newbies pursuing career success. Download their FREE
eBooks "Career Success Recipe for Newbies" and
"SHINE At Work: Your 30-Minute Guide" on their
website.
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