Get Hired with Andrew Seaman How to Build an Unforgettable Professional Presence
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Apr 16, 2025 Lorraine Lee, an entrepreneur and bestselling author, shares insights on creating a memorable professional presence that can elevate your career. She highlights the significance of effective communication and how to master self-advocacy in today’s hybrid work environment. Lorraine introduces the RAVE model, emphasizing relationships, appearances, visibility, and expertise as pillars of influence. She encourages greasing the wheels of teamwork and giving others support, asserting that cheering on colleagues is a true leadership power move.
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Lorraine's Career Growth Story
- Lorraine Lee struggled to get promoted at LinkedIn despite doing great work because she lacked skills in advocating for herself.
- After learning to be proactive and intentional about her presence, she achieved faster promotions at her next role.
Communicate Confidently in Work
- Improve written communication by using summaries and thoughtful messaging to enhance your professional presence.
- Stand out in meetings by preparing agendas, encouraging participation, and summarizing outcomes.
Drop Minimizing Language
- Avoid minimizing language like "sorry" or "just" to sound more confident.
- Replace apologies with appreciation and use direct, positive language to set a confident tone.