Think As Inc

END YOUR ANONYMITY

August 20, 2009 on 1:56 am | In life coaching | No Comments

I am successful because I was willing to give up being anonymous. – Sophia Loren

So many clients I see toil in silence, expecting (or hoping) that their work speaks for itself and gets them noticed.  However, it is up to you to be proactive about getting known:

Do people in your department know who you are and the quality of your work?

Do people two or more levels above you know you?

Do you have solid contacts in other departments around your company?

Do you have contacts outside of your company? 

Do recruiters call you?

If you’re an entrepreneur, are you getting quoted in the media, referred by customers, or being sought out for joint ventures?

You need to answer a resounding YES to the above questions.  If not, figure out what you need to develop (presentation skills, a larger network) or what support you require (a public speaking course, a trade association membership) to market yourself more effectively.