10 Mistakes to Avoid if You Want a Promotion

Unfortunately, unless you open your own business, chances are high that you are going to have a boss for a rather large portion of your career. And chances are equally high that getting on the wrong side of said boss is not going to do your career any favors. While that certainly doesn't mean that you need to bring your boss a cup of coffee every morning, it does mean that you should probably avoid making any of the following mistakes. After all, you do want to be promoted, right?

Attempting to Hide Problems
Pretending You Know Things You Don't
Regularly Talking Behind His Back
Being Unable to Handle Criticism
Being Full of Excuses
Not Knowing How to Use an Iron
Not Keeping Your Word
Keeping Agendas Hidden
Generally Being Irritating
Showing Zero Initiative

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