Comments on: Raising Your Hand Isn’t the Only Way to Get Noticed

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By: Alex Tan

Alex Tan — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:54:33 +0000

Amen!

By: Alex Tan

Alex Tan — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:53:09 +0000

Chuck – I'm pretty new to PRBC, at least as a contributor (this was my first post here!). This crew has put together an amazing collective of insightful folks and it shines through in their posts.

I agree with you, its important to always evaluate how you're adding value in everything you do whether it is part of a project you're handed or if its an initiative you've identified as something you want to tackle proactively.

Everybody – Chuck's great work is bringing him to Texas, so clearly he's figured out a recipe for success.

By: Alex Tan

Alex Tan — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:34:26 +0000

Great point, Arik. From a much broader career perspective, seeking out opportunities that exist outside of the office can be just as much of a differentiator for you. Also, I don't like the answer, “no” very much either.

By: Jon Newman

Jon Newman — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:12:16 +0000

Alex,

As a PR firm owner and manager, I can tell you from experience that all of the above will get one noticed.

New business, however, is a differentiator for obvious reasons. If you can bring in your share over time that can not only cure a lot of ills, but it makes sure that you can rise above the pack.

Great post,

Jon

By: Chuck Hemann

Chuck Hemann — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 06:13:19 +0000

Rebecca – that's awfully nice of you to say, but I'd say you are successfully carving out a nice for yourself in the measurement space as well. Keep doing what you're doing. You rock.

By: DR. WHAW? – February 9, 2010 « One True Sentence

DR. WHAW? – February 9, 2010 « One True Sentence — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:19:22 +0000

[...] Raising Your Hand Isn’t the Only Way to Get Noticed By Alex Tan – Two things to admit here. The first is that I work with Alex at GH. He calls me duder, we get in each other’s way when trying to get coffee and make oatmeal in the morning… I’m partial to his blog post. The second is that, because I work with Alex, I made time to read his post before I got started on my work today. Tsk, tsk, I know. But maybe you didn’t, and that’s what matters. Plus, I learned something. You want to get noticed at work? Don’t just raise your hand and volunteer to take on everything. Alex advises us to work smart instead. Want to know more? Clicky the linky! [...]

By: Rebecca Denison

Rebecca Denison — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:39:41 +0000

I love this post! You are so right, and it just reminds of the idea that going through the motions makes you deserving of something. Just offering to do projects (ahem, your job!) does not make you special. Going the extra mile and taking initiative makes you stand out, you have to work hard if you want to advance.

I'm no Chuck Hemann, but I've tried to carve out my niche as a measurement fiend in the social media world. I focus my blog on measurement and I tweet about it, and I just try to learn as much as I can. Basically, a big part is to just show your true passion and desire to learn and grow. It will take you far.

By: TJ Dietderich

TJ Dietderich — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:01:18 +0000

"Over the past several years, the sexy thing to be known for is your prowess in social media."

I don't know if "sexy" is the word for it, but I know what you're talking about. Just a quick word of warning: when you become the "social media" person in the office, you often become the de facto tech support person. Don't you know, SM peeps? You're in charge of the ENTIRE internet! I would recommend pasting this to your wall: http://xkcd.com/627/