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4 Ways To Make Yourself Indispensable To Your Boss

4 Ways To Make Yourself Indispensable To Your Boss
by Sharon E. Jones

Tip 1: Build on What You Are Told

When a manager gives instructions, a good employee will closely follow the directions and do what she is told. However, a great employee will not only follow the directions that she is given but will also add value, pushing the project along by anticipating the manager’s next step.

Your managers are often busy managing multiple aspects of a project. Therefore, you can’t expect your managers to do their jobs and yours. They won’t have time to spell out every single aspect of your project assignment.

During check-in meetings, let your manager know what you both had agreed upon and the extra effort you put in to advance your aspect of the project. When you demonstrate competence, your manager will likely give you more independence to run with projects, and you will become a little more indispensable.

Tip 2: Have a "Can-Do" Attitude

If you want to become indispensable to your manager, then one of the best ways to distinguish yourself from your peers is to be a “can-do” person as opposed to someone who often says no. Managers look for professionals who not only produce exceptional results but also have a “can-do” attitude.

The best way to strengthen your bond with your manager is to step up when he or she makes a request. If you can become a reliable “go-to” person, your relationship with your manager will strengthen.

Realistically, you will not be able to complete every request exactly as it is outlined. Demonstrate your commitment to your manager first by saying yes, then bring up an alternative plan of execution based on your time and resource constraints.

If you find a way to reliably deliver results, especially in difficult situations, your manager will begin to view you as a “go-to” person.

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