Five reasons you didn't get that promotion

It's been a tough year for IT, and it's been especially challenging for IT executives hoping to advance their careers. Now that the dust is settling, many IT executives, who have put in their time and worked miracles during the economic downturn, are looking for a promotion.

But it may not happen, and it's a smart move to assess why, according to an article in Certification Magazine. Here are a few of the magazine's reasons:

• Your boss doesn't know you want a promotion because you were not direct about your demands.
• Nobody knows you. No matted how great you are, if your name is not widely know throughout the company that could hurt you.
• You don't look at the big picture, or you haven't demonstrated that you have a broader view of the company and your role. 
• You are lacking a crucial skill for the position.
• Your boss doesn't think you're ready for the next step. 

For more on handling the promotion itch:
- see this Certification Magazine article

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