How to Get Promoted

Welcome back!

This week’s episode has it all from - from cringe an awards night cringe moment, to cringe in corporate speak (of course), and actionable tips to get promoted at work (and also what “promoted” does and should mean).

• Intro Story: What happens when layoffs and company awards coincide (Jamie’s now starting a side business to help you double-check invite lists).

• Corporate Cringe Speak: A phrase that sounds like a good idea until it feels overwhelming for new hires (think about how we can create more “warm blanket” onboarding experiences).

• Hot Topic: How to get promoted at work - we give our tips and also our cautions (including what alternate career paths can look like).

• Questions & Comments: We talk about “having it all” and different definitions of “promotions.”

Discussion Questions (for Your Team Meeting or Podcast Listening Club)

• How can we help create a “warm blanket” experience for new hires (so people feel welcome and find out what they need to know) while also setting them up to ramp up as efficiently as possible?

• What do promotions look like at our organization, and do people know how to best set themselves up for them?

• Do our career paths reflect the different capabilities and aspirations of our workforce, and how could we adjust them to make sure they do?

ChatGPT Prompts of the Week

Professional:

• What can I work on as a [insert role] to set myself up for a promotion?

• Draft a manager talking point to explain why “doing your job well” doesn’t automatically equal a promotion.

Personal(ish):

• What should I keep in mind before jumping into a promotion - beyond just the bigger title and paycheck?

We hope this episode helps you hit the ground running today… or at least walk briskly with coffee or your emotional support water bottle in hand. See you next week!

#Justice4Jerry,
Jamie, Leigh & Ashley

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