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In today’s organizations, there’s fierce competition among co-workers for getting promoted. So, what does one do to get promoted? The answer lies in working as an intrapreneur viz. taking the initiative, working on challenging projects, managing risks, etc. In essence, you have to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset.
Becoming an intrapreneur requires creativity
The
first step you have to take towards becoming an intrapreneur is exercising your
creativity. Unleash your creative side and allow yourself to think outside the
box. Be bold, and don't be afraid to think differently.
How do you awaken your creative side? Curiosity and imagination are the two most valuable aspects. Bringing those two into your work life will do wonders. Suddenly, you will start noticing opportunities where you couldn't discern them before. So, transform your behavior and begin exploring those opportunities on the road to self-improvement.
Inspiration is at the core of innovation
Inspiration
comes from many places and sometimes happens spontaneously, prompted by a trigger
or stimulus. For instance, when you read an article on something and find a new
piece of information, a neural pathway forms in your brain. Our brains are
miraculous things and can concoct the most innovative ideas if you give them a
chance. Explore different and better ways to do things, and you’ll create a new
path for accomplishing the task. Don't shy away from experimenting and
don't be afraid of failure. On the contrary, expect to fail from time to time
and accept it as a normal part of the learning process. Building
resilience to your failures is crucial for growth.
Establish good relationships
To
accomplish anything substantial, in most cases, you need a team. You need
to have a good relationship with those whom you work with on a regular basis. By
establishing effective communication with them, and by building trust, you will
be able to accelerate the pace of progress.
Building mutually beneficial relationships will build the requisite alliance to support each other’s projects. This is the key to build high-performing teams, wherein people trust each other, rely on each other, and support each other.
Think laterally & strategically
Look
at potential issues and problems from different angles and perspectives. This
will enable you to devise a plan or a path leading to the solution. In
addition, you must demonstrate your critical thinking skills. It will make
others perceive you as a leader, a person who will guide them in finding
solutions to their problems.
Visualize the bigger picture in your mind
While
knowing your role and performing your daily duties, empower yourself to
perceive the bigger picture – the wholistic view.
Breaking new ground and pitching it to your bosses or clients will make you stand out among your peers. If your promotion is through a relocation, organize a smooth transition to your new location.
Believe in yourself
The
final step towards being an intrapreneur is self-belief. You need to gain the
trust of your superiors and make them believe in your abilities to take on new
initiatives and lead projects. You need your co-workers to trust that they can
rely on you and perceive you as a leader. Demonstrate your vision for the
entire organization and show you are worthy of more trust. Remember that
progress and growth only happen when you get out of your comfort zone and ‘push
your envelope’.
To summarize - nurturing creativity, fostering innovation, and self-belief are some of the key steps to becoming an intrapreneur. Learn how to stand out as an intrapreneur and get your next promotion!
