Tip 2: What do they see in me? And why?
Managing Yourself in an Economic Downturn
You get up in the morning, you look in the mirror and you see what you see that same old familiar face. But that's not always what other people see. How you are perceived? Much of life is perception and unfortunately it can either be positive or negative. Knowing how you are perceived is where to begin.
How would a colleague, co-worker or family member describe you? What would they say are your strengths and weaknesses? Would they say that you are known for your ability? Valued for your expertise? Trusted for your integrity? What significant contribution or contributions are you known for at your company?
Here's where you put yourself on the line. Keep an open mind and ask. Just listen to what they have to say. No comments, sidebars, or rebuttals (though you are allowed clarification if you don't understand their viewpoint). And remember, write it down!
To help you even further, consider asking your supervisor or Human Resources for information regarding participating a review, in some companies this is known as a "360 Review". If skill sets need to be addressed, this is where they will be revealed.
How are you doing? Next week...
Tip 3: I need a plan for this? The correct answer is yes.
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