Expecting Others to Spontaneously Notice and Reward Your Contributions

‘Expecting Others to Spontaneously Notice and Reward Your Contributions’ - *Marshall Goldsmith & Sally Helgesen say this is the Number 2 challenge holding women back.

Our thoughts:

In our experience the root of this factor may lie in our attitude to organisational politics!

There are all sorts of words and expressions we use for those we see constantly telling the key people in our organisations how wonderful they are!

And we’re above that, aren’t we?

Our quality work should be seen, judged on facts, logic, analysis, creativity, innovation - and recognised as such.  We shouldn’t have to go around telling people what our successes are. The work should stand in its own right.

Well, perhaps - and perhaps not….

There’s one problem with being ‘too political’ but there’s another problem with not being political enough!

How much notice are you taking of the great work folks around you are doing?

Have you noticed the pressures leaders, supervisors, colleagues, are under? Deliver, deliver, deliver.

How can they actually see the great work you’re doing, or support you, if you’re not bringing it to their attention?

And can your work, and its impact, really be the best it can possibly be if you’re not seeking input from key stakeholders?

Asking for advice, perspective, input, from people is one of the best ways of helping them see what you’re doing-  as well as garnering their advice, support and potential resources for your work.

Willing to experiment?

Read our blog on Feed Forward for insight into a fantastic technique for making your work visible while fuelling your own growth and workplace positivity

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*Marshall Goldsmith & Sally Helgesen's book, 'How Women Rise: Breaking the 12 Habits Holding You Back' is worth reading over and over.

We're sharing a series of reflections on their 12 Habits based on our own experience; hope we spark some ideas for you!