Here’s a myth- hard work gets you raises and promotions.
NOPE.
If no one knows what you contribute, you can be the best and the brightest but it’s not going to get you what you want. You need to learn to brag. It doesn’t mean being annoying and obnoxious but speak up and be proud.
Studies have found that women were significantly more likely to brag about a friend’s professional accomplishments than their own for fear of violating conceptions about their own “ladylike” nature.
Here are are six ways to self-promote:
✅ Identify your wins: No one woke up this morning thinking, Let’s give Jessica a raise. So, take matters into your own hands and track your accomplishments. At the end of each week, list your key wins and how they contributed to the company’s success. When it’s time for performance reviews or interviews, you’ll have concrete examples ready to go.
✅ Own your value: Stop downplaying your strengths. You know you’re good, so say so. If you’re the person who’s always solving complex problems, bringing in new clients or navigating difficult relationships, let people know. Something like “I’ve streamlined this process by 20% and I’m the go-to for resolving this issue.” Simple and powerful.
✅Find opportunities to share: Look for moments to drop your wins into conversations. Casually mention how your project exceeded expectations. “Oh, by the way, our team crushed our goals last quarter by 20% thanks to our new strategy.” Even if no one responds, believe me they hear you.
✅Don’t wait for others to notice: The world isn’t going to give you credit for being a superstar unless you speak up. After finishing a project, take the lead and send a quick email thanking everyone involved. Highlight the impact, like boosting sales by 15% or launching new tech. Be sure to CC your boss or higher-ups who may not realize you played a key role. It acknowledges the team while subtly showcasing your contributions.
✅Build internal advocates: You need people in your corner to speak up for you when you’re not in the room. Build relationships with key players who can brag for you. Connect with colleagues and leaders across departments, share your wins, and offer help. Something like “I’ve received great feedback from the marketing team about the support I provided, and I’m always looking for new opportunities to collaborate.”
✅ Network in social settings: Sometimes the best way to self-promote is while you’re in a less formal setting. Whether it’s on the golf course or at the poker table, casual environments can be perfect for dropping your accomplishments without sounding like you’re trying too hard. During a round of golf or a night at a charity poker tournament, mention how you lead your team to exceed expectations on a big project. Then you can get competitive and win the biggest pot!
Hard work is not enough. Being confident about your worth and strategically sharing your wins can make all the difference. Brag Away. hashtag#leadership
If you want to get ahead you need to be bold and have the confidence to be a self promoter. The PokerDivas program can help. You’ll learn important assertiveness skills necessary to help you confidently communicate your worth while building a network to support your success.
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