This topic is about advancing in the same career field. If you are interested in planning your career, see Career Planning. If you are interested in changing your career, see Career Change. Sections of This Topic Include New Boss: Make a Great First Impression Influencing Up: How to Get Them to Say Yes Your Relationship …

I’ve had my current job in accounting for a little over two years. I’m very good at my job to the point where some of my colleagues and friends are urging me to go after a management position. Having confidence in yourself and your abilities is essential to getting ahead. It helps to establish trust, …

“There’s too much wrangling and maneuvering going on. Joe really knows how to get on his boss’s good side. I hate this politicking….I just want to do my job.” These are things I hear in my career management and development programs. Are these the types of comments you might make as well? Whether you hate …