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You want that bigger office and, more importantly, that bigger paycheck.
You know that getting the next role meansreaching the next rung on the corporate ladder.
Climbing toward yourdream jobmeans making yourself indispensable to influential people at your company not to mention your teammates.
But lets be honest: trying to be everyones go-to person could quickly become overwhelming.
Opportunities can become annoyances, and that dream job yeah, it could end up being a nightmare.
Fortunately, its possible to achieve balance.
One of her top tips: focus on making an impact not just staying busy.
Being indispensable is less about hours worked and more about impact owned, she said.
Employees should identify and solve high-priority business problems, then document and share that impact.
Thats how you get seen, heard and hired without burning out.
Dont just work hard work where it matters most, she said.
There are ways to do it without seeming like youre bragging or trying to one-up your colleagues.
Protect Your Time
To create those share-worthy wins, you first need the focus to achieve them.
That means protecting your time and energy.
Set boundaries around this time like you would for an important meeting.
This will help you avoid burnout and produce higher-quality work consistently.
It doesnt have to be a big deal.
Just take someonline coursesto show others youve taken interest in their work, he said.
This is not about politics.
You have to use your imagination, and be vocal when you identify newopportunities for bringing in revenue.
No one will find you indispensable if you just sit there waiting for it to happen.
Being known outside your immediate circle increases your visibility and your value.
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