Promotions and career leaps rarely happen just because we “worked hard.” They happen when your value is visible, aligned to business needs, and easy to advocate for. If you’ve been feeling stuck, try a simple 90-day plan that turns vague ambition into measurable momentum.
Before you add new tasks to your plate, clarify what you’re aiming at.
Tip: If you’re unsure, ask your manager: “What are the top 2–3 outcomes that would make the biggest difference this quarter?”
Growth accelerates when you combine results with capability building.
Pick a project that is:
Examples:
Choose a skill that supports the next level (not just what’s interesting).
Tip: Commit to one structured resource (course, book, internal training) and practice it weekly in real work.
A common career blocker: you’re doing great work, but others can’t describe it.
Use a simple weekly “wins” log:
Then send a brief update every 2–3 weeks to your manager (or mention it in 1:1s). Keep it outcome-focused, not activity-focused.
Bring evidence + a clear ask:
Bonus: Practice that conversation with a mock interview tool or a friend—your clarity and confidence matter.
If you built a 90-day growth plan starting today, what would your one high-impact project be—and what’s the skill you’d pair it with?
Love how actionable this is—especially the emphasis on making impact *easy to advocate for*. One extra lever I’d add: a quick “stakeholder map” in Wee...
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