5 key steps for pitching a new role at your company
Your current role may not be in the exact area of the company that you want. Or, perhaps, you're doing fewer tasks each day that you truly enjoy.
Excitement Sessions are all about eliminating roadblocks so you go after that thing you can't stop thinking about, but that thing isn't always your own thing.
Especially when you like the security of working for another person or company, going out on your own can be daunting.
That said, your current role may not be in the exact area of the company that you want. Or, perhaps, you're doing fewer tasks each day that you truly enjoy.
Regardless of why you want something else, here are 5 key steps for pitching a new role at your company.
1. Identify the unmet need or gap.
You likely already know this answer because it is what is eating at you. Each week, you're noticing something that needs to done, whether it's brand new to the company or a way to do the work differently, and you are confident you're the person who can do it.
2. Develop a clear and concise proposal.
Brainstorm a wide variety of ways that you can solve the need or gap, and then consider which of those ideas you think will provide you the most daily fulfillment while also solving the problem. Start with that idea as you develop your proposal.
3. Align your idea with company goals and values.
Look through your company's mission statement and corporate values, and see where your solutions align. Perhaps your leaders have recently launched a strategic initiative or plan, which provides a ripe opportunity to speak their language.
4. Gather supporting data and evidence.
What other companies have done something similar to what you're proposing, and what were the results? Scour your LinkedIn network or search Google News and blogs talking about the subject. A potentially positive side effect: Perhaps you'll run into someone who is offering the opportunity you're seeking!
5. Schedule a meeting with your supervisor to present your proposal.
Especially as you get set for an annual or quarterly review, be ready to have an answer for the question about your future with the company. Be specific on timelines, such as "I'd like to see us here by Q2" so that you create a sense of urgency. Consider sending a proposal preview 24-48 hours before the meeting.
Of the five steps above, where are you at in your pursuit of something more meaningful at work? What roadblocks are you running into when executing one of the steps? Consider sharing your answer in the comments or joining our next public Excitement Sessions LIVE.