An argument for deliberately positioning yourself, physically or virtually, where leadership can see and hear your work. Drawing on 20 years of staffing and promotion conversations, the piece claims visibility (not just skill) drives who gets picked for projects, mentored, and compensated well, since managers can only advocate for what they've personally witnessed. Practical suggestions include sitting near decision-makers, speaking up in meetings, keeping cameras on remotely, and proactively sharing what you're working on.
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Here’s what sitting close actually buys you.There are staffing conversations you’re not in.Sitting near your boss is the cheapest version of this.When you get to choose, choose to be seen.2.7K Impressions