If you’re looking to get ahead at work, these habits will help you to get the recognition you want.
Communicate
Communicate clearly with everyone you work with. Good communication helps to prevent misunderstandings and conflicts. Make sure you understand what your manager or supervisor expects from you.
Ask Questions
If there’s something you don’t understand, ask someone to explain it to you; don’t keep quiet until it becomes a problem.
Be on Time
Arriving on time at the start of the workday and for meetings, shows that you respect the rules and other people’s time.
Keep Your Word
Meeting deadlines on time is important, but not always possible. Don’t make promises you can’t keep; if you’re going to miss a deadline, speak up and let your manager know ahead of time.
Step Up
If you get the chance to take on a new challenge at work and show some leadership (like training a new employee), take it! Even if you need some help at first, it will show that you’re willing to take on additional responsibilities and perform some management functions.
Listen
When you’re talking to someone you work with, give them your full attention without any distractions. This shows that you care and also helps you to focus better on the conversation.
Stay Positive
A good attitude goes a long way. Don’t complain to other employees or make negative comments out loud; if you have a problem, take it to your supervisor in private and discuss solutions with them.
Be Professional
Stay focussed on your job during work hours. Try to avoid bringing your personal life into the workplace and or participating in office gossip.
Write Down Your Achievements
If you accomplish something at work that you’re proud of, make a note of it so you can refer to it when you’re negotiating a raise or a promotion.
Never Stop Learning
Keep learning new things about your job, the business and the industry. Asking questions, taking courses and attending conferences can all help you to improve your skills and gain important knowledge about your work.