6 Ways To Show Your Value (Without Being A Jerk)
Team dynamics can often be difficult to negotiate. At work, generally speaking, you are on a team and you contribute. The problem is that you also want to elevate your career and stand out to your boss. So, how can you do that without the rest of the team feeling like you are a jerk (or worse)?
I've had the gift of working in amazing environments on rock star teams. I have also had the (ahem) opposite experience. I've managed teams, been part of teams, as well as been an individual contributor, and through these years, I've found there are a few surefire ways to show you're an asset without being a show-off.
Here's how you can effectively show your value at work (without being a jerk):
1. Do What You Say
My favorite direct reports were good for their word. They were trustworthy. You could truly count on them to deliver, and not just for me. I would see these team members and teammates always doing what they said they would. People notice. It might not seem like it, but when you do what you say always, you will get the important assignments. Being the one that does the important stuff is viewed as valuable, and you're valuable without being a jerk—you're the good guy that people can count on to get stuff done.
2. Solve Problems BigstockThe people who come to me with solutions stand out. Problem solvers who are actively working on solutions to organizational challenges stand out for obvious reasons. They care about the problems of the company and are taking the time to solve them. There is a BIG difference between people who solve problems and people who try not to create them. The problem solvers stand out. And when they include others in the solution, all the better, because they are showing me that they are leaders who can activate others to join the cause of solving the big problems we're facing.
3. Share In Victory BigstockFurther, managers know that a team builds a victory and solves a problem together. Good managers also can see who's doing the lion's share of the work and really contributing to the victory. If it's you, be sure you are gracious in sharing that victory with the team—that stands out to good managers and to the team.
4. Focus On The MissionBigstock
Be monomaniacal about achieving the goals of the company and the team. When you see the team headed down a rabbit hole, gently guide them back to land. Be the one who is focused on achieving the goals and you will stand out. You might be considered a jerk for being the one who asks for focus by the ones who are unfocused, but they will forgive you when you achieve the goals, solve the problems, and share the victory (see above).
5. Be A Trusted Resource BigstockI frequently advocate being a student of your industry. This is applicable to standing out without being perceived as a jerk when you are sharing information with your teammates about the industry and the business. When you are the go-to for information and insights, you are going to stand out. However, if you do this in a smarty-pants spirit, you are on a slippery slope to Jerktown, population: 1.
Being a trusted resource means you are sharing information in the spirit of continuous learning and development. Share that you saw something interesting in the media about the company, competitor, or industry. And when you share this information, offer an insight and an initiation to hear what the recipient of this information thinks.
6. No Brag, Just Fact BigstockIf you do awesome work, it's ok to privately share what you're proud of with your manager—key word, privately. Schedule time to share your excitement with your manager. You should try to have monthly check-ins with your manager so that you can gather feedback and continue to advance your career. Keep in mind when you are privately sharing your work with your manager, do it from a place of excitement and pride, not from a place of ego and bragger-y. Excitement is contagious. Your manager may also be able to help you take the work even further.
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The key is to remain upbeat. Here are 10 tips to help you stay positive while looking for a job.
1. Keep A RoutineDon’t get into the bad habits of waking up late, sleeping in the afternoons, or procrastinating around the house. Get up at your normal time, eat properly, and get some exercise (walking is free!).
2. Volunteer BigstockYou can do this at a church, hospital, homeless shelter, or non-profit organization. Volunteering will open your eyes to people who are less off than you and give you a sense of contribution and gratitude. There is no greater reward than helping people who are less fortunate than us.
3. Stay Up To Date With What’s Happening In Your IndustryBigstockDon’t let yourself fall behind just because you’re not working. The best approach is to learn more about your particular industry. This way you will be ahead of your competition when it comes time to interview.
4. Explore Potential New CareersBigstockIt’s never too late to try to learn a foreign language or a new piece of computer software. I remember working with a senior archaeologist with 10 years of experience who came to me wanting a change in his life direction. After six months of learning Spanish and then traveling through Spain for another six months, the senior archaeologist is now a junior English/Spanish translator!
5. Positive ThinkingBigstockDo not focus on the negatives—you need to be able to bounce back. Concentrate on the skills and knowledge you have. Sitting around saying “what if” all the time is only going to further depress you.
6. Support GroupBigstock
You may feel as though you’re the only person in your situation without a job, but guess what—you’re not. Reach out to people for support. There are many groups that provide excellent assistance in the areas of resume writing, interviewing, and job hunting (including Work It Daily!). Aside from the secular groups, there are also many faith groups ready to offer you a supporting hand. Don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed to ask for help. Let people help you change your life.
7. Avoid Negative PeopleBigstock
Negative thinking is of no value to you. You need to be around positive people and people who can have a positive impact on your life.
8. NetworkBigstock
Maintain contacts and stay in touch with people. Make sure you network with positive people! Again, avoid negativity. Negative thinking does nothing to help your situation.
9. Manage Your ExpectationsBigstockNot every job you apply for will be a success. Don’t be put off by this. Instead, concentrate on the positives and look at what you achieve each day. For example, you could have applied to three great jobs, connected with two people who are great resources, or found a course or book that will help improve your skills.
And last but not least...
10. Don’t Give Up!BigstockIf you focus on conducting a proactive job search, not only will you find great jobs, great jobs will find YOU!
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I have seen organizations stand up tactical teams before a data strategy was defined, with the identified pain points and opportunities. The results were mixed at best. Data strategy should drive all subsequent steps.
Standing Up The Data Governance CommitteeBigstock
To get organizational buy-in to treat data as a strategic organizational asset and value driver, a committee should be formed to guide the data governance tactical program(s), including the day-to-day management of data. It is vital to obtain C-level top management support to ensure that the program achieves the proper funding and enterprise support levels.
The C-level executives sitting on this data governance committee should include functional and user base leaders: the chief data officer (or the chief data analytics officer), chief risk officer, chief financial officer, and depending on the size of the firm, the chief operating officer, and the CEO. Leaders from heavy data user groups, such as marketing, digital, and operations, should also be part of this group. While this group will tackle enterprise issues, sub-committees can be formed to address specific business line needs. Committee participants should be engaged, data literate, contribute best practices, and challenge the team to uplift and mature capabilities.
Designing The Data Management FrameworkBigstock
Once the committee is set, we can progress governance by setting up a data management framework. This playbook defines the people, processes, and technologies related to governing data.
So far, so good—most organizations get to this point…but ignore the overall business case. A business case spells out the success metrics and ROI of investing in and governing data.
Ok, now to set up the framework and the function:
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Once again, it is time for a sanity check: Are all of these elements tied back to an enterprise data strategy? What are your thoughts about data governance and management? What has been your experience? Let me know!
Next Post: Standing Up For Data Management And Data Governance Teams
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