Instructions

• Step 1: Declare your goals Declare your aspirations to get ahead at work without undermining anyone. Exhibit active attention to detail, an unquestionable work ethic, and loyalty.
• Step 2: Take on more Take one for the team and assume additional responsibilities without being asked or asking for additional compensation.
• Step 3: Network for support Network to build a support system of people who believe in your talents and reliability. Help people new to the organization to get up to speed.
• TIP: Find a mentor, enroll in in-house classes, or get a higher degree.
• Step 4: Get new tools Review advantages you bring to the table and the tools you'll need to acquire to get ahead. Do anything to get an edge.
• Step 5: Focus on effects Focus on the quality of your work and find pleasure in doing it. Be a well-rounded, conscientious, and balanced employee.
• TIP: Listen respectfully, be nice, and consider others in everything you do.
• Step 6: Improve inefficiencies Improve organizational inefficiencies -- streamline procedures, shave costs, and create new revenue streams.
• TIP: Before initiating anything, run your ideas by a trusted colleague and then present them to the boss.
• Step 7: Manage and delegate Manage your time and delegate responsibilities to avoid burning out. Limit meeting time by using e-mail, individual interactions, and voicemail.
• Step 8: Motivate others Motivate the people around you and don't step on anyone on your way up the corporate ladder.
• FACT: Almost 2/3 of participants in an online survey complained that their workplace's tyrant was rarely restrained or censured, and often promoted!

You Will Need

• Aspirations
• Team spirit
• Support system
• Balance
• Organizational skills
• Time-management skills
• Motivation techniques
• Mentor (optional)
• Classes (optional)
• Degree (optional)
• Respect and consideration (optional)
• Trusted colleague (optional)