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Could this be the year you get that promotion? If the economic slowdown prompted you to put your vision of a promotion on hold, now could be the time for you to reactivate your plans. Begin by asking yourself a few key questions to see if you are positioned for a promotion. From there, you can develop a strategy that will increase your chances of success.

Determine your promotion quotient. Is your work exceptional? Do your accomplishments directly support the strategic goals of your company? Have you cultivated positive relationships with key influencers across your organization? Are you known for working collaboratively with team members?
If you produce impeccable work and consistently take steps beyond what is asked of you in order to reach company goals, you are on the right path. What is often overlooked, however, is the importance of building strong working relationships across departments. The ability to transcend the usual silos and inter-departmental turf wars can set you apart while also increasing your visibility.

If you can’t answer in the affirmative to each of the questions above, now is not the optimal time to ask for that promotion. Work on changing those answers that you can, and postpone thoughts of a promotion until you are better prepared.

Eliminate knockout factors. Take the time to ask some tough questions from the point of view of your boss. Do you routinely take part in office gossip? Do you present problems to your boss without recommending solutions?

Do you allow personal feelings about your peers to get in the way of your ability to think clearly and focus on results?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, stop and focus your attention on creating solutions. Resist the urge to blame, no matter how well-justified you feel. Remove each of these factors and your promotion quotient will soar.

Promotion myths debunked. Many of us were brought up to believe that if we do great work and keep our heads down, rewards and promotions will follow. Your career will suffer if you wait for the recognition that you believe you deserve. By the same token, lengthy tenure in the same role doesn’t always equate to promotions.

Making the business case for your promotion. If you are confident in your readiness for promotion, take the time to develop a business case. Before you present to your boss, check in with the current state of the company. Is the company growing, barely holding on, or shedding employees? How has your contribution helped the company or your team add revenue or reduce expenses? Did you take on a high level of responsibility last year that allowed your boss to focus on her strategic goals?

Present your case based on facts and results, leaving your personal need for more income out of the equation. Be prepared to accept the outcome of your conversation with maturity and grace. If someone else receives the promotion, show how you will support them going forward. Then, set your sights on creating progress in your own career, either in the form of another promotion or another opportunity.

– Kathleen Winsor-Games is theprincipal of The Winsor Group, a Denver-based boutique firm offering career counseling and career transition coaching for professionals and executives.
www.thewinsorgroup.com.