Don't wait for someone else to tell you what to do. Upper management admires an individual who takes initiative. Develop your individual talents. Educate yourself with
new skills and knowledge. Show them that you are a real "go getter."Make Quick Decisions
Teach yourself to make quick, intelligent decisions. Being indecisive will hurt you. Anyone can make good,
quick decisions--it is just a matter of training yourself. Intuitive instincts must be developed.
Seek More Responsibility
Take on the tougher assignments. Actively seek more difficult work with added
responsibility. Take on all the responsibility you can handle. Try to take the added responsibilities in addition to your assigned work, The greater your responsibilities, the more you are an asset to management.
Increase Your Interests
The more you know, the more valuable you are to the company you work for. Go to night classes or just read books that will give you that added education. Increase your interest in things
that will help your company. Specializing in as many things as you can will help you move up in a company.
Take The Risk
Nothing comes easily. Moving up in a company is going to be hard but rewarding. If you
expect to move up, you must take chances.
It is the little risks in life that give us the most advancement. If you don't stick your neck out, your chances of moving up are slim.
Know Your Company
Find out
everything you can about the company you work for. Understand and know your company. Study and learn the jobs of your fellow workers. Understand what they do and why they do it.
Always try to increase your knowledge.
Know Your Boss
Find out what type of qualities your boss and upper management are looking for in employees. Try to develop those qualities.