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7 types of people who can’t get promoted

2009-03-13View Original

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7 types of people who can’t get promoted: 1. The bridesmaid type. The problem with such people is not that they are unable to do their work well, but that they fail to fully utilize their potential. When you put your heart into it, your work is first-class, but your attitude toward dealing with others is always that of a bridesmaid – you don’t want to overshadow others or stand out, and this hinders your promotion and advancement. 2. Dove shape. Such people are hardworking and possess skills and talent, but due to the nature of their work or the organizational structure, the knowledge they have acquired is completely irrelevant to their job. While others get promotions, salary increases, and rank upgrades, you keep having more work to do. You have long been dissatisfied with this situation, but you can’t speak up boldly or defend your position; you can only express yourself in a roundabout way. The message isn’t conveyed, or it’s simply ignored by your supervisor, all because you are as meek and obedient as a pigeon. 3. Behind-the-scenes type. Such people work hard and without complaint, and are diligent and responsible, yet your work remains little known, especially to your supervisor. Others always use your achievements to claim credit for themselves; you too desire honor, status, and a raise, but you haven’t learned how to get people to notice you or your accomplishments. While those who reap the benefits take advantage of your talent, you are left alone, crying in solitude. 4. Hatred-type. Such people cannot be said to lack confidence; in fact, they have too much confidence. They are very competent at work and perform well, but they look down on their colleagues; they interact with others in a hostile manner and have disagreements with almost everyone. People only feel hatred and keep their distance from such individuals; no one pays attention to their good ideas or achievements. 5. Complaining type. Working hard while feeling dissatisfied with the work, completing tasks while looking worried. It gives the impression that you live a passive life. And your boss thinks you’re a disturbance to work, someone who complains a lot; your colleagues consider you difficult to get along with, and your boss sees you as a \"troublemaker.\" As a result, opportunities for promotion and a raise go to others, leaving you only with \"naive complaints.\" 6. Buffalo type. Any request is met with a smile. When someone asks you for help, you put aside your own tasks to assist them, which means you have to work extra hours to finish the work that remains pending. You’ve sacrificed a lot for others, but rarely receive recognition from them or your supervisors; behind your back, people even say you’re uselessly honest. They won’t say “no” in front of their leaders, and when they feel wronged, they have to vent at home. 7. Infantile type. At the workplace, I often discuss salaries with my colleagues and treat my boss as a brother. The worst thing is to tell your boss that your salary is too low and ask for a raise. Any boss hopes to find employees who are both cheap and capable of doing the work, but such employees basically no longer exist. Now, the salary given by your boss basically reflects your true level of competence. So complaining to your boss about a low salary is the stupidest thing to do. If you meet a good boss, just smile and get along with them ; When you encounter a petty boss, it’s basically impossible to make any headway.
Reply #22009-03-13
I’ve learned from it; there are indeed some aspects where I agree with what the original poster said, and I need to make corrections. Thank you to the original poster for the information
Reply #32009-03-13
There’s some truth to what you say; where did that come from?:lol
Reply #42009-03-15
It makes sense, but it’s very difficult to change one’s personality! In China, it’s all about people; it’s too difficult to become the leader of the world.
Reply #52009-03-15
It’s quite difficult for these types of people to get promoted, o(∩_∩)o...
Reply #62009-03-15
It seems the original poster is using the process of elimination – so what type of people can get promoted? Please give some guidance so that we can know the way forward
Reply #72009-03-16
:Wow, the OP on Floor L is really talented; the summary is spot-on. I’m speechless
Reply #82009-03-16
There is a limit to everything; if you become too dominant, or if you’re not gentle and obedient like a pigeon, you’re likely to be suppressed by your supervisor.
Reply #92009-03-16
:Lol, I definitely include all these 7 types of people, haha
Reply #102009-03-18
I’m definitely the first type :'( :'( :'(

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