{"id":7233,"date":"2020-05-06T10:19:37","date_gmt":"2020-05-06T17:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/?p=7233"},"modified":"2021-08-25T22:36:50","modified_gmt":"2021-08-26T05:36:50","slug":"things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Things Your Manager Doesn\u2019t Tell You"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever spent time in a workplace where you have felt unsure, dismissed, or were passed up for a promotion, you may need some insider information. There are some things your manager will never tell you, though it may be in the best interest of the company and your career to know them. We\u2019ve gathered some tips for you to review to help revolutionize your work life.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69ec077e5da2d\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69ec077e5da2d\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#I_May_Not_Be_Qualified_to_Be_Your_Manager\" title=\"I May Not Be Qualified to Be Your Manager\">I May Not Be Qualified to Be Your Manager<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#I_Won%E2%80%99t_Be_Around_Forever\" title=\"I Won\u2019t Be Around Forever\">I Won\u2019t Be Around Forever<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#I%E2%80%99m_Not_In_Charge_of_Your_Promotion\" title=\"I\u2019m Not In Charge of Your Promotion\">I\u2019m Not In Charge of Your Promotion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#Your_Attitude_Matters_As_Much_As_Your_Work_Ethic\" title=\"Your Attitude Matters As Much As Your Work Ethic\">Your Attitude Matters As Much As Your Work Ethic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#Fake_It_%E2%80%98Til_You_Make_It%E2%80%A6_It%E2%80%99s_a_Real_Thing\" title=\"Fake It \u2018Til You Make It\u2026 It\u2019s a Real Thing \">Fake It \u2018Til You Make It\u2026 It\u2019s a Real Thing <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#Find_the_Balance_Between_Socializing_and_Working\" title=\"Find the Balance Between Socializing and Working \">Find the Balance Between Socializing and Working <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\/blog\/things-your-manager-doesnt-tell-you\/#About_the_Author\" title=\"About the Author\">About the Author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Your manager may never say these things, but you need to hear them:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_May_Not_Be_Qualified_to_Be_Your_Manager\"><\/span><strong>I May Not Be Qualified to Be Your Manager<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>And I knew exactly what to do. But in a much more real sense, I had no idea what to do.\u00a0 &#8211; <\/em>Michael Scott, The Office<\/p>\n<p>The sad truth of this secret is that sometimes you may work for someone less skilled and qualified than you. It is not in your manager\u2019s interest to advertise this lack, so you will probably find out by observation. The best thing you can do in this scenario is to support your manager with your skills and qualifications &#8211; while making them look good. It\u2019s important not to undercut your manager but to emphasize your commitment to the company and to be a good team player.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to use this to your advantage, keep a record of contributions you\u2019ve made to the company so when a promotion gets brought up, you have the evidence to back you. Chances are, if you\u2019ve helped your manager feel less stressed, complete their workload and look good, you\u2019ll be favoured for a promotion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_Won%E2%80%99t_Be_Around_Forever\"><\/span><strong><em>I Won\u2019t Be Around Forever<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Once I\u2019m officially Regional Manager, my first order of business will be to demote Jim Halpert. So I will need a new number two. My ideal choice? Jack Bauer. But he is unavailable. Fictional. And over-qualified. &#8211; <\/em>Dwight Schrute, The Office<\/p>\n<p>Though your manager may seem like the All-Seeing Eye at your workplace, it\u2019s important to remember that they are working on a career trajectory that probably doesn\u2019t include working with you forever.<\/p>\n<p>Pay attention to who is being lined up as the next manager. Be sure to keep positive workplace relationships with them. This will establish opportunities once the power dynamics shift.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I%E2%80%99m_Not_In_Charge_of_Your_Promotion\"><\/span><strong><em>I\u2019m Not In Charge of Your Promotion<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Business is a doggie dog world. And I am a shark who eats doggie dogs. &#8211; <\/em>Michael Scott, The Office<\/p>\n<p>While your manager may want you to believe that they hold all the cards to your career, that it is almost always untrue. There are things you can do to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themuse.com\/advice\/4-things-your-boss-wont-tell-you-about-advancing-your-career\">advance your career<\/a> without your manager\u2019s permission or approval.<\/p>\n<p>There are two important suggestions we can give you. First, build a good rapport with the entire company, especially CEOs and business owners. Second, promote yourself within the company. Yes, this includes directly asking for promotions, or opportunities that may not normally be handed to you.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Attitude_Matters_As_Much_As_Your_Work_Ethic\"><\/span><strong><em>Your Attitude Matters As Much As Your Work Ethic<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>\u201cThe doctor said, if I can\u2019t find a new way to relate more positively to my surroundings, I\u2019m going to die. I\u2019m going to die.\u201d &#8211; <\/em>Stanley Hudson, The Office<\/p>\n<p>As much as your manager will emphasize a good work ethic, make sure your general attitude at work is positive. When people see you enjoying your life and your job, it contributes to a better work atmosphere for all. You could become people\u2019s go-to if you\u2019ve got a great work ethic to match the great attitude.<\/p>\n<p>Even your manager will notice this, and as they say, \u2018honey catches more flies than vinegar\u2019. Check out Psychology Today\u2019s tips for having a positive attitude.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fake_It_%E2%80%98Til_You_Make_It%E2%80%A6_It%E2%80%99s_a_Real_Thing\"><\/span><strong><em>Fake It \u2018Til You Make It\u2026 It\u2019s a Real Thing <\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Sometimes I\u2019ll start a sentence, and I don\u2019t even know where it\u2019s going. I just hope I find it along the way. &#8211; <\/em>Michael Scott, The Office<\/p>\n<p>Confidence in the workplace will only help you. Your manager should be comfortable giving you feedback on your work ethic and quality of work, but it\u2019s unlikely they will help you develop your personality.<\/p>\n<p>If you feel unsure in your job, projecting an aura of self-confidence can often give you the motivation you need to figure it out.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_the_Balance_Between_Socializing_and_Working\"><\/span><strong><em>Find the Balance Between Socializing and Working <\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>I talk a lot, so I\u2019ve learned to just tune myself out&#8230; &#8211; <\/em>Kelly Kapoor, The Office<\/p>\n<p>We all know that one coworker who would rather sit alone in a cubicle and pump-out work as fast as a robot (yes, Dwight, we\u2019re looking at you). Turns out, working too hard can be a bad thing. And we know your manager won\u2019t bring this up with you unless you\u2019re costing the company money.<\/p>\n<p>On the flip side, being that one employee who doesn\u2019t stop talking will not endear you to your coworkers. It gives the impression that you\u2019re not serious about your job and honestly it gets annoying.<\/p>\n<p>Creating a balance between socializing and working can help you foster great coworker relationships, and help to keep you positive about your job.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span><strong><em>About the Author<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Simon Chou<\/strong>\u00a0is the Vice President of Operations and Growth at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcjobs.ca\">BCjobs.ca<\/a>. Over the course of his career, he carved a niche in brand development,\u00a0 marketing strategy, and online presence for startups. Prior to BC Jobs, he served as a marketing advisor for high-profile blockchain projects including Litecoin, NEM and Ripple. He\u2019s also worked with fortune 500 companies in the healthcare space.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever spent time in a workplace where you have felt unsure, dismissed, or were passed up for a promotion, you may need some insider information. There are some things your manager will never tell you, though it may be in the best interest of the company and your career to know them. 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