Should I Consider A New Position When Promised Advancement Opportunities Aren’t Manifesting?
I’m a Web Developer for a company within an industry primarily dominated by men. Eventhough I have 6 years experience, eventhough I improved the company’s websites which gained more sales leads and higher search engine ranking, eventhough I’ve created web applications that get the job done… I haven’t been given the recognition or advancement opportunities promised to me during the interview process. When it comes to work, I’m competent. I get the job done. Because I am so focused, I don’t talk to co-workers alot however I do maintain a pleasent work relationship with them. I don’t know if its because I’m a woman or because of may race, but; no matter my success I feel my current position will limit me career wise, in which case I’ll except more money to put up with. However, I want to advance at some point. What should I do? Should I look for something else or give it another 6 months?
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Give it a little while longer and see if they continue to dangle the carrot. If nothing pans out, start apply to other places and be VERY QUIET about it so no one knows.
Not me, I’d definitely look around, of course on a low key basis. No need to lose a job. What happens if nothings gained? They don’t need to know your looking until you’ve got that other position with the competitor. Not until they let you know just how valuable you really are. What will they do come two week notice time? Will they fight for you?
Sounds like you work for the company I JUST LEFT!
They never promoted women or minorities and, surprisingly, it was one of the biggest/oldest companies in the country.
Good-ol’-boy network all over the place.
I guarantee you, you will never get promoted until the head quits/gets fired/sells the company and the chain of change trickles down to your boss.
Search for another position. Then approach your boss with an ultimatium – promote me or I leave.
You might even want to talk to a lawyer/attorney if you feel you defiantely have a case.
Good luck!