By Niki-Smith Brown, DIVA Biz Editor
1. Talk to your boss. Sit down and have a very direct and pointed conversation with your boss about your future in the company.
2. Ask for more. Volunteering to help out other departments or teams — or simply asking for more responsibilities — increases your value within the organization.
3. Volunteer for boards. Seek out opportunities to volunteer or serve on advisory boards, where you can build a reputation as someone who is passionate and dedicated to your particular industry.
4. Sharpen your people skills. Be friendly, outgoing, and personable. Listen carefully to people, and practice being a clear and effective communicator.
5. Be innovative. Stay on the lookout for creative solutions to problems that will make you — and your boss — look good.
6. Find a mentor. Mentors are also great sources of information and career guidance.
7. Sell yourself. Learn the fine art of self-promotion. Let it be known that you are seeking a promotion or the next step up in your career.
8. Keep learning. Stay on top of trends or developments in your field and make sure that your current résumé reflects those needed skills.
9. Network. The more people who are aware of your strengths and abilities, the better your chances of hearing about any new opportunities that might arise.
10. Build your reputation. Be known for being dependable, professional, and cooperative. Make a name for yourself by attending conferences, delivering speeches, or writing articles
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