Personal Advancement

Promotion Checklist

Want to get promoted? First make sure you’re ready. Different jobs require specific skills and knowledge, but experts agree on the basics.

By Angela Mackenzie
[ 2009-03-04 ]

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In what work environment would you thrive? To find out, take this test by eCareerFit, the career assessment experts.

• Communication skills: Understand how to listen to others and provide productive feedback. Learn to write clearly and make effective presentations.

• Leadership skills: Know how to build and lead a team, including ways to delegate tasks and motivate team members.

• Project management: Learn how to gauge a team’s progress and evaluate individual performance. Understand how to tackle difficult problems creatively.

• Conflict-management skills: Understand the company’s unique culture and how to work within a culturally and socially diverse environment. Learn strategies to overcome conflicts.


• Financial management: Know how to create and maintain a budget. Understand how to make decisions based on financial information. If your company doesn’t offer courses or workshops in these areas, check out local career counselling agencies, professional associations or colleges and universities.

Think you’re ready to apply for a better job? Read about how to do it right:

Are You Promotion Worthy?

Going for a Promotion: How to Make Your Move

Promotions and Money: How to Tackle Two Tough Topics

Combating a Negative Professional Image

Promotion Plan: Going From Invisible to Indispensable

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