Great article from The Glass Hammer about helping women become more comfortable with self-promotion in a way that feels right but still leads to professional development. The article: Five Ways to Beat the Self-Promotion Paradox
A short version:
- Don’t Say a ThingUse emails, websites, and networks like LinkedIn to get the word out. The next time a colleague—be it a client, a coworker or a superior—sends you an appreciative email, don’t discard it. Keep records of your rave reviews, and use them to your benefit.
- Recognize OpportunitiesSometimes, effective self-promotion is all about context. So when the opportunity to show off presents itself, seize it! If you’re self-evaluating, asking for a raise, or going for a promotion, modesty won’t get you anywhere. “These are totally appropriate places to say, ‘Here’s my contribution, and here’s why it’s really important,’” said Rikleen.
- Accept the AccoladesWhen someone offers you a compliment, resist the urge to brush it off. Simply say, ‘Thank you; I was delighted with the opportunity.’
- Watch Your Language“Think about how you choose to let people know about an accomplishment. You can say, ‘I’m really excited to share this information with you,’ and then talk about something you’ve achieved.”
- Ask for Assistance Ask for help in promoting your achievements, and create a culture of mutual support.
In a spirit of applying these tips,
please check out the Idaho Business Review’s Women of the Year Awards which includes multiple Go Lead Idaho women: http://idahobusinessreview.com/2011/12/21/ibr-salutes-2012-women-of-the-year/ and consider attending the event to celebrate these and other women leaders in our community on Tuesday, February 21, 2011 http://idahobusinessreview.com/events/woy/.
Leave a Reply