Want to move up in your career? Don’t wait for the title.
You can start preparing for the next level right now by improving your discipline, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, work ethic, leadership, and ability to take responsibility.
In this episode, I unpack an idea from Jason Rasti, president of Louisiana Dealer Services, who said on the No Box Checking podcast:
“You can move up without changing positions.”
Many people make the mistake of waiting for the promotion before they start acting like the person who can handle it.
But there’s a big difference between **getting the title and being able to fill the position.
The next level will bring harder decisions, more responsibility, conflict, pressure, and people looking to you for direction. If you haven’t built the capacity at your current level, the title can expose you instead of elevate you.
Play to the opportunity, not just the position.
Build the skills now.
Take ownership now.
Raise your standard now.
Because you don’t need anyone’s permission to move up.
If you’ll fill your current position, you’ll find your next one.
Keep it simple. Keep it moving. Never settle. Stay tough.