Jasz
VIP Contributor
If you want to get positive results at work, it really pays to know who the real boss is. You can't just assume that your boss is going to be reasonable, or that your manager is going to be supportive. You have to ask yourself: who really has the power? And how can I use that power for my benefit?
The answer is simple: whoever has the power will always be in a position of influence over other people, and they'll also be the one who's able to make decisions about how things get done. It might seem like a minor detail—whoever has this authority over others has most likely developed some sort of reputation within their company—but it's crucial because it affects everything from compensation packages to job security.
So if you want to get positive results at work, start by identifying who actually holds the reins of control within your company: it could be your boss, or even an older employee who doesn't have as much status or authority as someone else in management does. Once you know where everyone stands on this issue, then you can decide what kind of leverage each person has on others.
You should also:
1. Have a plan for what you want to achieve by the end of the day or week. A plan is essential when you're trying to make progress in your career, so don't wait until your boss asks! Figure out what steps will help bring about the change or goal you've set for yourself.
2. Create a schedule that works with your life and doesn't leave you feeling overwhelmed with commitments (like personal time). Set aside time every day (or every week) to sit down and commit yourself to making progress toward your goals. This can be an hour each day or every other day—whatever works for YOU.
3. Believe in yourself—and have someone else hold you accountable along the way! You'll have more success if someone else holds you accountable for your actions, because it will help boost their confidence as well (and vice versa).
The answer is simple: whoever has the power will always be in a position of influence over other people, and they'll also be the one who's able to make decisions about how things get done. It might seem like a minor detail—whoever has this authority over others has most likely developed some sort of reputation within their company—but it's crucial because it affects everything from compensation packages to job security.
So if you want to get positive results at work, start by identifying who actually holds the reins of control within your company: it could be your boss, or even an older employee who doesn't have as much status or authority as someone else in management does. Once you know where everyone stands on this issue, then you can decide what kind of leverage each person has on others.
You should also:
1. Have a plan for what you want to achieve by the end of the day or week. A plan is essential when you're trying to make progress in your career, so don't wait until your boss asks! Figure out what steps will help bring about the change or goal you've set for yourself.
2. Create a schedule that works with your life and doesn't leave you feeling overwhelmed with commitments (like personal time). Set aside time every day (or every week) to sit down and commit yourself to making progress toward your goals. This can be an hour each day or every other day—whatever works for YOU.
3. Believe in yourself—and have someone else hold you accountable along the way! You'll have more success if someone else holds you accountable for your actions, because it will help boost their confidence as well (and vice versa).
