The economy takes no prisoners these days. Companies fall to the recession left and right, and those that survive must let loose extra employees weighing them down. How can you set yourself apart from the crowd when you’re not even sure the boss knows your name? Go above and beyond the basics of your job description, and you will create your own reputation that highlights your indispensable talents.
At a sales position, you might notice that clients wish your company had overnight shipping. Let the boss know, and you’ll set yourself apart for retention and even future promotion. If the boss starts to see you as an idea person, confirm his belief by offering more possible solutions.
Also, don’t be afraid to embrace other positive labels: the good listener, the funny guy, the crisis fixer. Reinforce whichever label fits you and you’ll be tougher for management to let go than the face with no personality.
You can highlight any one of these labels online as well. Contribute to discussions on your company’s website, or even start your own site discussing the company’s products. Either way, push those fresh ideas in your trademark style. Now that the boss knows your name, you’ll be around longer than the next guy.
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