etc but why not also try getting to know the people
in the jobs you want to work in? Ask if you can take
them to lunch and let them know that it's your dream
to work in a position such as theirs. Pick their brains
and ask them what's really involved and then you can
use that knowledge in your career planning. If handled
well, you've also made an ally that can keep a look out
for you and provide advice when you need it.
people outside of your department. Most corporates
have sporting teams or a social club of some sort, so
invest the time in these activities and get to work on
building relationships. If your company doesn't have
these activities, why not take the initiative and set
something up?
small event for your offi ce and show people how hard
you've worked at it? Perhaps it's a celebration of the
company's birthday or International Women's Day
or World's Biggest Morning Tea. Make sure you're
visible at that event and get around and meet people
you don't know. Hanging around in the corner with
your friends isn't a way to stand out from the crowd
and get noticed.
company and build relationships that
can be helpful in the future.
unlikely you'll be trusted to reach
partner level when the time comes.
over you. No, this one relates to being
generous and being liked. Use every
opportunity to build friendships "I'm
going downstairs to get a coffee, would
you like one?" works every time.
right now?" or "teach me something
that I don't know, and I'll do the same".
This'll make people want to talk with
you and get you remembered.
who's going to walk into your elevator.
Synchronicity abounds when you're
looking for it! Introduce yourself and
get known as someone who is friendly
and an expert at fostering relationships.
with the way you present yourself.
your organisation who are well
respected and infl uential.