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How to ask for a promotion (and make it easy to say yes)
Promotions rarely go to the person who waits to be noticed. They go to people who make it easy for their manager to argue on their behalf. That means knowing what the next level needs and showing you already do it.
Find out what the next level needs
What would you need to see from me to be ready for [next role]? Could we write it down?
Show you already do it
- Collect examples where you worked at the next level.
- Ask for stretch work that proves the rest.
- Make your work visible: short written updates help.
What to say
- ASK
I would like to be considered for [role] in the next cycle. Here is how I think I am already meeting the criteria.
- IF NOT YET
What are the one or two gaps, and can we agree a plan and a date to review them?
Free tools for this
Frequently asked questions
How often should I ask?
Raise it once clearly, agree a plan, and review progress in your one-on-ones every month or two.
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