- Become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for your function. The sooner the better for becoming the “go to” person for your area of responsibility.
- Maintain a positive attitude and a sense of urgency in completing projects.
- Produce only high-quality products, reports, studies, assessments, etc.
- Never, ever put your superiors in an embarrassing position; always keep these individuals informed.
- Get to know your boss on multiple levels. This individual can open doors that you never knew existed.
- Be more open to take on new and challenging assignments.
- Take advantage of organizational opportunities to grow your leadership and management skill sets.
- Keep internal and external customers informed of applicable information.
- Measure everything that is important to you and your area of responsibility.
- Never criticize superiors, organizational leadership or their policies.
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