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Suddenly Have More Responsibility At Work? It Might Be A Career Red Fla

Suddenly Have More Responsibility At Work? It Might Be A Career Red Fla
Overworked personMost of us associate being given more power (and, therefore, responsibility) at work with a higher chance of promotion and even potentially better pay. But speaking to HuffPost UK, Adrien Kallel, a recruitment specialist at international hiring agency RemotePeople, said that sometimes, it can be a warning sign. “Sometimes, people assume the worst only after it’s already happened,” the expert said. “But by recognising the patterns early on, you can prepare and protect yourself. Keep your CV current, stay in touch with your wider network, and build good relationships with recruiters, that way you’re ready to move if needed.” Why would being given more responsibility hurt my career?Though more trust and a broader job scope can seem like a welcome and promising change (and often is), Kallel cautions that if it comes out of nowhere and is overwhelming, it can be a “trap.”“This tactic can be subtle,” the recruiter said. “A manager might present it as a development opportunity. You’re told it’s your time to shine, maybe even hinted that a promotion is around the corner.“But if the expectations suddenly become unrealistic and you’re set up to miss targets, it could be part of a plan to phase you out.” Putting an overwhelming amount of work on an employee may be a sneaky way to label them as “underperforming,” he advised. That way, a manager can point to their inability to meet impossible goals when phasing a worker out.What should I do if I notice this happening?“If your objectives are being dramatically adjusted, or the workload triples with no clear timeline or support, it’s essential to protect yourself,” Kallel stated.“Start by calmly raising your concerns in writing, not just verbally.”You should be as specific as you can in your wording. Ask, What are the new expectations? What support will be provided? What does success look like under these new terms? “Getting this in writing shows you’re willing, but also creates a record if the situation worsens,” Kallel says. Even though it’s not a great feeling, the expert says workers should trust our guts. “If something feels off, it probably is,” he admitted.“These are conversations worth having early, not when HR is already involved.” Related...'Weeks After Firing Me, My Workplace Asked A Favour. Was My Reaction Unfair?'5 Ways Your Sleep Is Warning You About A Toxic WorkplaceThis Is What It's Like To Be Autistic In The Workplace

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