by Buckytat

Created on: March 20, 2007   Last Updated: April 17, 2007

So you have joined the masses and landed an entry level job. There is room for growth with this company and after several months you have decided you want to move to the next level. You want more responsibility and you DEFINITELY want a pay increase. The question in your mind, however, is "How?". Here are some tips on how to be noticed by your superiors so that when the next round of promotions comes around, you will be among those hard little workers who will be considered for promotion.

1. Work. Yes, it is that simple. Do the job that is assigned to you and do it well. If you cannot even accomplish the task at hand, if your name shows up on the 'low achiever' lists, you will be noticed, but in a negative manner.

2. Always be on time, if not a little before. If you make an effort to always be there, especially 10 or 15 minutes early, your boss will assume that you really care and that you really want to be there.

3. Be a problem solver. Don't let glitches in the system pass you by. If there is a problem somewhere, try to figure it out. Then, if you are capable, try to fix it. If you cannot fix it, bring it to your bosses' attention. This shows that you not only are capable of paying attention to detail, but that you are willing to go the extra mile to make the system more efficient.

4. Ask questions. Never be afraid to ask questions. And make sure it is a superior whom you ask. Contrary to popular belief, your boss does not expect you to always know everything. What your boss does expect is for you to learn and to learn the right way. This shows initiative.

5. Be the "go to" person. Earn the trust of your fellow employees. Get along with them, never let personal likes and dislikes get in the way of how you treat those you work with. Don't be pushy, but when you see a coworker is having a work related problem, kindly and quietly help them with it. Talk to everyone in the break room, in the hall, at the copier, etc. Allow them to confide in you if they so desire and don't break their confidence by sharing it with someone else. Eventually, you will be the "know all" whom people will go to when they have a question. And if you cannot answer it, go with them to ask the boss-the answer will be for your benefit also. Your superiors will notice the confidence the other workers have in you and believe me, this goes a LONG way in the workplace. However, it is never a good idea to include yourself in the office gossip. Word will always get back and you do not ever want your

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