Is that promotion elusive? Here are some ways to land it

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The best time to anticipate a promotion is when a candidates performance exceeds the employers expectations, and their achievements resonate with the organisations overarching goals, says Anshuman Das, CEO and Co-Founder of talent solutions provider Careernet...

On the other hand, Lokesh Nigam, Co-founder and Director, Kognoz, a technology-driven people consulting company, says while promotions might increase money, it is critical to initiate talks around abilities and skills during the promotion process..

Another strategy to expedite your promotion process, they suggest, is to establish a strong network within the company and seek mentorship to highlight your achievements and keep an eye for opportunities; demonstrate your abilities to effectively communicate and connect; and gather insights and guidance...

In such a situation, employees should seek constructive feedback to identify areas of improvement; engage in self-reflection to evaluate contribution and skill; understand promotion expectations and, most importantly, communicate the desire to grow..

Moreover, acquiring new skills, honing current ones, demonstrating flexibility and a strong work ethic are some of the factors that can increase your chances for promotions, he adds..