1/ ASSOCIATE'S GUIDE TO BECOMING INDISPENSABLE TO YOUR VP
People often ask me "HOW TO GET PROMOTED"
You're thinking about it backwards... do these things below and they will take you by the hand and get it done for you!!
Reposting as it got deleted on 1/4
Also, she’s a muppet
People often ask me "HOW TO GET PROMOTED"
You're thinking about it backwards... do these things below and they will take you by the hand and get it done for you!!
Reposting as it got deleted on 1/4
Also, she’s a muppet
2/ Understand their Goals--- they aren't always glaringly obvious
Know your VP’s priorities, targets, and pressures.
Align your work to support these objectives directly.
Be proactive in seeking clarity on expectations.
a.co/d/5as2q2T
Know your VP’s priorities, targets, and pressures.
Align your work to support these objectives directly.
Be proactive in seeking clarity on expectations.
a.co/d/5as2q2T
3/ Master the Details:
Immerse yourself in the minutiae of current deals and portfolio companies.
You basically want them using you as a walking wikipedia... they should never have to touch their machine for something ongoing
a.co/d/8vludy2
Immerse yourself in the minutiae of current deals and portfolio companies.
You basically want them using you as a walking wikipedia... they should never have to touch their machine for something ongoing
a.co/d/8vludy2
4/ Communicate Effectively
Develop clear and concise communication skills... see my prior posts on this
Tailor your messaging to be impactful to your VP’s decision-making process
Learn the art of summarizing complex information into digestible insights
a.co/d/ddNRTB2
Develop clear and concise communication skills... see my prior posts on this
Tailor your messaging to be impactful to your VP’s decision-making process
Learn the art of summarizing complex information into digestible insights
a.co/d/ddNRTB2
5/ Develop Analytical Prowess:
Sharpen your problem solving skills... you want to be put on the toughest problems!
Stay updated on market trends and how they affect your fund’s portfolio.
a.co/d/4Y7X8KQ
Sharpen your problem solving skills... you want to be put on the toughest problems!
Stay updated on market trends and how they affect your fund’s portfolio.
a.co/d/4Y7X8KQ
6/ Be Proactive with Solutions
Don't just present problems; always have a well-thought-out solution ready... this is critical!!
Don't trauma dump on your VP... it's stressful
Think several steps ahead, anticipating potential outcomes and preparing contingency plans
a.co/d/52xowQu
Don't just present problems; always have a well-thought-out solution ready... this is critical!!
Don't trauma dump on your VP... it's stressful
Think several steps ahead, anticipating potential outcomes and preparing contingency plans
a.co/d/52xowQu
7/ Build Strong Relationships
Cultivate a network within the industry to bring in valuable information and opportunities...Be a bridge between your VP & the rest of the team
You want the junior guys looking at you like you are 'on par' with the VP (after yr 2)
a.co/d/gaPOJXt
Cultivate a network within the industry to bring in valuable information and opportunities...Be a bridge between your VP & the rest of the team
You want the junior guys looking at you like you are 'on par' with the VP (after yr 2)
a.co/d/gaPOJXt
8/ Show Initiative
Take on responsibilities beyond your role when appropriate, showing eagerness to grow.
Stay on the lookout for ways to improve processes
Don’t ask permission: say “I intend to” and wait for feedback
Read this
a.co/d/90pAWEX
Take on responsibilities beyond your role when appropriate, showing eagerness to grow.
Stay on the lookout for ways to improve processes
Don’t ask permission: say “I intend to” and wait for feedback
Read this
a.co/d/90pAWEX
9/ Stay Adaptable and Learn Constantly
Be prepared to pivot strategies as market conditions change.Invest in continuous learning to bring fresh perspectives, deals and ideas to the table.
Our firm is a T for this reason
All things manufacturing across IND CON TECH HC
Then a dive into manufacturing (mfg software etc.)
Be prepared to pivot strategies as market conditions change.Invest in continuous learning to bring fresh perspectives, deals and ideas to the table.
Our firm is a T for this reason
All things manufacturing across IND CON TECH HC
Then a dive into manufacturing (mfg software etc.)
10/ Provide Market Insight-Regularly provide briefs on relevant industry developments.
Use your insights to inform the VP of potential investment opportunities or risks.
Think don’t process!
Use the idle time to do this vs. getting coffee a.co/d/hCvdwGg
Use your insights to inform the VP of potential investment opportunities or risks.
Think don’t process!
Use the idle time to do this vs. getting coffee a.co/d/hCvdwGg
11/ Protect Your VP's Time- Handle issues independently when possible, escalating only when necessary... always inform though.
Be organized in your requests for their attention, respecting their busy schedule.
a.co/d/6X56Hwx
Be organized in your requests for their attention, respecting their busy schedule.
a.co/d/6X56Hwx
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