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How to use NPTs to enhance your career
Not all requests to undertake additional work tasks will contribute directly to career advancement. However those which provide an opportunity to increase organisational understanding, develop expertise or contribute to organisational strategy are well worth considering.
How to make sure your time at work is well spent
By auditing where your time goes, you can discover just how long you spend on non-promotable tasks. Too much, and this may impact on your career progression. If others are doing less that you, discuss how work might be allocated more equitably with your line manager.
Improve your career prospects with one magic word
Women are more likely to volunteer for work tasks which do not directly contribute to their performance objectives. Ironically, women’s desire to be collegiate and helpful can undermine their promotion prospects.
Decoding gender bias in job advertisements
Many recruiters are failing to check their job adverts for gender bias. Male-bias language deters some women from applying. As a result recruiters are missing out as many talented women will not apply for jobs. This leads to a lose-lose outcome for both parties.
The annual appraisal: curse or opportunity?
Many people face the thought of the annual review with a sinking heart. However if you’re willing to take ownership of the process you make really help to make it work for you and find the process worthwhile.