An expert listed five mindsets that can hinder a career
Executive coach Melody Wilding identified five common beliefs instilled in childhood that, in her view, can hinder professional development. The author of the book *Managing Up* writes for CNBC that such advice took shape in a more stable world of work, where loyalty was particularly rewarded.
Wilding identified excessive modesty as the first potentially harmful mindset. According to her, an employee who constantly downplays their own contributions or fails to communicate their results may go unnoticed by management. She advises asking about upcoming tasks during meetings with your manager and offering to participate in new projects.
The expert also warns against the belief that one should simply be grateful for the opportunity to work. In her view, gratitude should not preclude the ability to advocate for one’s own interests, particularly regarding one’s position or compensation. Wilding recommends discussing work in terms of results achieved, rather than merely listing completed tasks.
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Two more pieces of advice: avoid conflict at all costs and assume that performing your job duties well is enough for a promotion. According to the author, excessive compliance can obscure an employee’s position and hinder career growth. At the same time, professional skills should be combined with building professional relationships by involving colleagues and decision-makers in discussions of ideas and plans.
Wilding identified the fifth risky mindset as the desire to solve all problems on one’s own. She notes that refusing to ask for help can lead to burnout, and an employee’s indispensability can sometimes hinder their promotion. The expert advises seeking advice only after first exploring options and encouraging colleagues to find solutions on their own by asking them clarifying questions.
