The Confidence Effect

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The Politics of Progress

Timing might not be everything when it comes to corporate leadership, but failing to read the signals of success has derailed many a career. We all have roles to play, and nothing shows hard work, dedication, loyalty, and commitment like helping your team achieve unprecedented goals.

Staying in your lane is important, but so is knowing when to move—up, around, or even outside the organization. This chapter discusses the politics of progress, one step at a time.

Follow the Road You’re Traveling

At different times in our lives, we follow different roads. In high school, we’re on one track; in college, we’re on another. At our first job we’re learning and growing as we go down one path, which won’t necessarily be appropriate ...