Thinking of becoming a manager? Clare Whitmell gives advice on applying for senior roles and making your CV stand out
If you're thinking about taking your first step into management, you'll need to prove you have what it takes. Here are some tips for planning your promotion, writing a management-level CV, and performing well in your interview.
Do you have what it takes?
One of the most important characteristics of great leaders and managers is self-awareness. Think about your own strengths and weaknesses and use feedback from appraisals. Reflect on the results you've obtained and ways you can improve.
It's also important to know your reasons for moving into management – and whether it's really the right thing for you. Are you pushing yourself into it because you think it's the logical step, or because of the extra salary and benefits?
Does the role you're applying for involve managing teams or external relationships,...
If you're thinking about taking your first step into management, you'll need to prove you have what it takes. Here are some tips for planning your promotion, writing a management-level CV, and performing well in your interview.
Do you have what it takes?
One of the most important characteristics of great leaders and managers is self-awareness. Think about your own strengths and weaknesses and use feedback from appraisals. Reflect on the results you've obtained and ways you can improve.
It's also important to know your reasons for moving into management – and whether it's really the right thing for you. Are you pushing yourself into it because you think it's the logical step, or because of the extra salary and benefits?
Does the role you're applying for involve managing teams or external relationships,...
- 5/28/2013
- by Clare Whitmell
- The Guardian - Film News
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