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- My Colleague Is My Friend and Would Never Compete with Me for This New Opening.
Of course not -- it's only a dynamic new position that pays 10 to 20 percent more than either of you currently makes. Keep in mind that business comes before friendship in the office. It's not a coffee klatch. While it's great to like your colleagues, keep your eye on the ball and don't get distracted by idle chitchat. Someone may grab the brass ring while you're not looking.
- The Only Way to Learn About Openings Is When HR Posts Them.
You can hear just about anything through the office grapevine. Just avoid the closely related office gossip line. Get to know people in other departments who can fill you in on the comings and goings in their area. A quick "Hi, how was your weekend?" is a good opening to keep in touch with just about anyone. Just make sure you don't linger too long chatting to everyone, or you'll be mistaken for a loitering gossip rather than a serious worker who is taking interest in the company.
- If I Get Cosy with Other Managers, My Boss Will Be Threatened.
Yes and no. Yes, if your boss is not good at her job. If there's a department you'd like to work in, by all means find ways to establish relationships within that department. Show an interest in what's going on, and let people know you'd like to learn more. Offer to pitch in to help in that department -- of course, don't let it interfere with your own job, or your boss may feel angry rather than threatened. When an opening comes up in that department, you'll come to mind when the interview process begins.
The bottom line is be a participant, not an observer, in your career. Stop watching others get ahead, and start taking an active interest in your profession.
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