GOING THE EXTRA MILE AT WORK – DOES IT REALLY PAY OFF?

This is a choice we make personally in our everyday life so why is it hard to relate to the need to do just that at work?

When we decide to develop a fitness regime in our local gym, we don’t hesitate to put in that extra shift and add another kilogram or two to our weights bars because we want to be fit and toned. When it comes to our personal lives, we are willing to put in extra work.

As a mid-level executive, understand that putting in the extra work is what gives the most results in the workplace.

By putting in the extra work, you can be going from the mundane to the extraordinary. You are gaining more knowledge, you are gaining more skills.

Take for example, being asked to draft a simple letter to a high-level client. But you decide to make a change and do a PowerPoint presentation instead. You have therefore proven yourself capable and shown willingness in being ready for more.

By consistently going the extra mile, you are showing innovation. You are not settling for the routine. And what is important is – while your extra mile will be to the benefit of your organisation, truth is you are also doing it for you! You are gaining in knowledge, expertise, experience and confidence.

You don’t know what doors would open for you by constantly going the extra mile.

Do note that when going the extra mile, ensure you apply KTA.

1. Know exactly what your strengths, capacities and goals are.

2. Decide the ‘Tactics & Strategies’ you would use in achieving your goals.

3. Take action. It is the important part of ‘going the extra mile’

By constantly going the extra mile, you set yourself up for excellent opportunities.

If you are a mid-level executive seeking to get promoted into senior management positions, then there is one thing you can do to get the ‘extra mile’ right.

Book me as your personal individual, Corporate coach or speaker in your event through my Academy- The TundeTalks Mindset Academy.

Email me at tunde@tunde-talks.com