Let’s face it, corporate life is all about image; of course, you have to perform in the board room and be charismatic in your approach. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills are required, while you have to cultivate your persona and develop your own style.
Here are a few tips to help you climb the corporate ladder of success.
- Dress sharp – There is something special about the man who wears bespoke suits, which says a lot about your personality. Pay close attention to your fingernails, socks and any jewellery that you might wear, while trimmed hair completes the look. Feeling good comes from looking the part; forge a working relationship with a top Sydney tailor, who can make suits and shirts, both business and pleasure.
- Be true to yourself – You probably know about office gossip and be aware that they are always looking to spread rumours. Never dish someone as this will likely get back to them in some way or another and we want to minimise conflict and have no enemies. A good executive values his word and promises are not easily forthcoming but if your word is good, people will see this.
- Be organised – Most executives have several online organisers and your PA can enter everything for you to see. If you are managing several departments, things can get hectic and with notifications enabled, you won’t overlook anything. Efficiency comes from organisation and a good executive manages their time well.
- Text rather than voice – How often does an employee tell you they never receives this information? Sending text ends any dispute, even if you follow up a voice call with the basic info, you are covered. Of course, most communication is via email, but there are times when face to face is the best way to convey something. Click here for tips on gaining confidence with business phone calls.
- Be loyal – This is important, the last thing you want is a few enemies who will do what they can to derail your promotion prospects. Be straight with all you come in contact with and when you say you will do something, make sure you carry that through!
- Put the extra hours in – Even if you think no one notices, any effort over and above what is expected will be noticed by those who matter. If you have no schedule, stay at the office for a few hours, you are sure to be able to find stuff to do. You will feel good knowing that you are on top of everything and that in itself is worth a lot.
Set targets and as you achieve, tick them off and set some more and before you know it, you will be halfway up the corporate ladder and all your efforts will be handsomely rewarded. The corporate world in Australia is lively, much like in the US and there is always room for winners.
