How To Have More Power At Work
By Alberto Pacheco, Experience and Trust
(Home Smart Evergreen Realty)
Power. Wanting more of it doesn’t make you a megalomaniac or would-be dictator. Power by another name could also be called influence, and influence in the workplace is a good thing. Influence affords you more opportunity and respect, which gives you more choice and control over your own career and goals. To gain the right kind of power that will help you get ahead, try this advice: Use your authority actively. No matter what your job is, you have some power to make decisions. Don’t ask for permission over actions that are legitimately your responsibility. However, use tact in the execution ofdecisions. Recognize people. Even if you’re not a manager, you can build your reputation as a leader by thanking people for their assistance, pointing out examples of highperformance to managers, ...
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