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The Career Conversation That Will Actually Get You Promoted π¬
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Hi there, There's one conversation that determines who gets promoted and who stays stuck. Your manager should be having it with you, but they're not. So I'm going to teach you how to have it yourself. Let me ask you something... Have you ever had those awkward conversations with your manager about next steps, only to walk away feeling more unsure than when you started? The truth is, everyone is busy, including your manager. Careers are changing fast, and the skills needed to be a leader are evolving rapidly, especially with AI transforming how we work. Most managers are sharing their own experience, but the context that experience was gained in is different from what you're facing now. That's why it's really important that you take ownership of this conversation. Your manager isn't the be-all and end-all of your promotion anymore. They're part of the jigsaw, an important part, but not the whole picture. In this week's video I am sharing a framework which will give you clarity about what you need to do next to achieve your career goals. The GPS FrameworkI've developed what I call GPS, because just like sat nav, you need to know where you are, where you're going, and what route you're taking:
I've put together a video that walks you through this entire framework, with the 10 questions you need to ask yourself. Your Next StepSchedule 30 minutes this week to have this valuable conversation with yourself. Grab a coffee and work through the GPS questions and create your 90-day focus plan. The work you put in now will be key to your career success in 2026. βClick here to watch the full video and discover exactly how to have the career conversation your manager should be having with you. Here's to your continued growth, Helen P.S. What's the ONE skill you think would make the biggest difference to your career progression right now? Hit reply and let me know. I read every message personally.
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