Morning Minute – 7.22.25
“Do You Really Want a Promotion?”
What you must understand BEFORE you get the title!
Alberto and Justin worked at the same company. Both were solid performers. Both believed they had earned a promotion. But their outcomes were very different.
Promotions often arise when managers are reassigned, when teams expand, or when vacancies open up. Yet many assume their current success—or their length of employment—will automatically lead to advancement.
It doesn’t work that way.
Excelling in an individual role doesn’t mean someone is ready to lead a team. Leadership requires a different skillset: organizing, motivating, and developing others. Likewise, how long you’ve been in your job isn’t a reliable indicator of leadership potential.
Promotions are earned by those who actively prepare for the next level—not just those who wait their turn.
Alberto made his ambitions known. More importantly, he invested in himself—developing the leadership skills his future role demanded. So, when the opportunity came, he approached his manager confidently, sharing his preparation and readiness. He was promoted, And, he was wildly successful.
Justin had past success in the military and also expressed his desire to lead. He enrolled in company training and was promoted. However, he struggled with the responsibilities of leadership. His team underperformed, and ultimately, he lost the role—and he lost his job.
So, let me ask again: Do you really want a promotion?
Are you investing in the right skills to lead others? Are you prepared to succeed through others? And, are you aware that if you fail, your former role may no longer be available?
Morning Minute Challenge:
Write out your personal plan to acquire the leadership skills required for your promotion. (Send me a copy—I’ll be happy to provide feedback.) Then, share your plan and intentions with your supervisor, and ask for their guidance on next steps.
“Do You Really Want a Promotion?”
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