Chances are you or someone you know has been affected by the recession. And, while most of us have been trying to cut back on luxuries such as beauty treatments, new clothes and fancy restaurants, we would have far more important things to worry about if we didn’t have our jobs.
One in five Kiwis fear they will lose their jobs this year – and with unemployment reaching the highest level in six years, it’s no wonder!
The economy is going crazy, and employers are desperately looking at ways to cut costs. If you can show your boss that you’re a sound investment, you are far more likely to keep your job than that dude who floats in five minutes late everyday, and only does the bare minimum.
These tips will have your boss begging you to stay forever:
1. Know your role inside out.
Not only should you be an expert at your role as defined by your job description, but there are always those extra details that need to be attended to so the job gets done.
If you see a spade, be the one to pick it up. Your extra efforts will be recognised, and highly appreciated by your boss.
2. Take learning opportunities with both hands.jpg)
Extra projects can be well worth your while; a golden opportunity to succeed. By offering to help, you are showing you are so expert at your own role; you have the capability to assist others with theirs.
As well as this, you can gain invaluable experience in different parts of your company – this will make you a versatile professional worthy of promotion!
3. Be reliable
If you say you’ll be there, make sure you’re on time and ready to go. An unreliable employee is a burden to an employer, and will probably be the first to go during a restructure.
If you can earn yourself a rep for reliability, your boss is more likely to trust you with other tasks in the future. Refer to step 2.
4. Let it be known how great you are!
The art of shining like the bright star that you are without coming across as arrogant can be a tricky balance to strike.
Communicate your great ideas directly to your employer so they know the ideas are yours, and be confident and open about your achievements. After all, what’s the point in being the most valuable worker in the office if your boss doesn’t know it?
Amanda Kirby
