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Idea of the Day – The Confident Leader – 7
August 27th, 2010 | 
Author: Promote yourself to propel yourself
If this sounds like an invitation to play trills on your own trumpet, you need to think again. Larina Kase makes a very valid point when she says: ‘We need to overcome the fear of self-promotion because research has shown that visibility and connections are the most powerful predictors of promotions. This means that you can be the best person in the world at what you do, but if your results are the world’s best kept secret, you will be too.’ 
If you blow your own trumpet, you are seen as a bragger. So? Have someone else blow your trumpet and one of the best ways to ensure that this happens is to find a business need within your organization and fill it – and do a good job. Then people will notice you and do your bragging for you. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Idea of the Day | 
Tags: Confident Leader, emotional intelligence, emotional quotient, emotional reaction, emotional task, Larina Kase, Relationship management, self satisfaction, Self-awareness, Self-management, Seth Goddin, significance, Social awareness, team management, Top Management, work performance, working characteristics | 
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