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Market Yourself Everyday Somewhere
You don’t have to be an extrovert to put yourself out there
I’ve never been any good at blowing my own trumpet. But, someone told me a long time ago, it’s essential to survival. If you don’t market yourself, someone else will and he may not get it right.
I’m not a shy person but, I’m also not the kind of person who can boast about my accomplishments. I do say things here and there but, I try to watch myself to never seem arrogant. For me, the things I’ve achieved are more fun stories to tell, rather than a marketing technique.
This is not good and honestly, I feel I’ve lagged behind in my career because of this.
How Loud is Your Work?
I always lived by the notion that my work will speak for me. If you’re good, why shouldn’t it? Eventually, all the good work you’ve done will show and people will magically take notice and propel you to higher highs.
It doesn’t work that way at all!
That’s not entirely true. It works but only to a certain extent. You’ll probably get the raise or bonus but, come promotion time… it’s not going to be you.
