Virtually no one relishes the idea of asking the boss for a promotion no matter how well-deserved (even overdue) it might be. The sad truth is that deserving high performers often miss out on ...

Negotiating a raise requires preparation, confidence, and an understanding of both your value and the company’s position. Asking for a raise can feel like a daunting task, but when you’ve been ...

You can take it as a sign to look for a new job or stay. Either way, you should ask a few questions. Deciding which of those options to take can be a bit more fraught. My previous advice on how to ...

If you're an ambitious hard worker who constantly strives to achieve the best results at work, but struggling to get a promotion, you're not the only one. In fact, only 33 percent of Americans are ...

Your boss may mean well—or they may be leading you on. Either way, here's what to do about it. If you’ve been in a job for a while without moving to the next level—despite your boss’s many promises of ...

Getting promoted isn’t always just about working hard; sometimes, it’s about putting your effort in the right direction. Even high-performing employees can unknowingly sabotage their progress and end ...

Unlike your experience in the military, promotions in the private (civilian) sector can be unpredictable. Your climb to the next level of responsibility and leadership may have less to do with your ...