Creating Upward Mobility When There's No Room for Growth
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Is your career feeling stagnant? Brittany, a senior project manager, shares her concerns about limited growth opportunities at her company. In this episode, Tessa discusses strategies for creating your own upward mobility. Learn how to:
- Leverage lateral moves to gain a deeper understanding of your company's inner workings.
- Expand your network to uncover hidden opportunities and gain valuable allies.
- "Play in the gap" by identifying and addressing unsolved problems within your organization.
- Master the "yes, and, what if" model to navigate project management challenges and foster collaboration.
Episode Highlights:
- Brittany's experience with limited upward mobility and her dilemma of staying vs. seeking a new job.
- Tessa's actionable advice for creating a new role for yourself or finding growth opportunities elsewhere.
- Tips for effectively saying "no" to colleagues' ideas while maintaining a positive working relationship.
- Real-world examples of how to implement the "yes, and, what if" model in your project management approach.
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