1 min readAre You On The List?
by Guy Gage | April 6, 2015 | Business
The same is true for meeting the obligations of the jobs you’re on. The frequency you attend to these two elements allows you to make wise decisions to complete your work on time and on budget. But be vigilant, because with enough advance warning, you:
- …have more options. You can make all kinds of adjustments regarding time, timing, budgets (time and dollars), staffing and priorities. The closer you are to the end, the fewer desirable options exist.
- …can update expectations. Your original plan for time, quality and budget will have to be communicated to your staff, your client and your firm. Last minute changes only cause unwanted surprises that are never received well.
- …keep your name on the list. You know, the LIST. Every firm has the LIST. It’s the “go-to list,” a list of people your firm leaders think of when exceptional situations arise. Only certain people come to their minds when they consider staffing. This is the same list they use when considering challenging and interesting assignments, healthy raises, bonuses and promotions. Are you on the list?
If you’re a leader, groom your people to be on the list. Coach them up to their highest potential—especially those who aspire to be there. The more people you have on the list, the stronger your firm.
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