Every year there are reviews and they always ask the same things: what are your goals, how can you improve on yourself.

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1. Anne KrookSeptember 21,2022 at 4:28PM UTC

   You can ask what new opportunities in different positions are possible -- can you cross-train for an additional position? if you phrase it that way, your company is more likely to support it, given how often people are quitting their jobs these days.

   If you believe this firm is dead-ending you, start looking at job descriptions and updating your resume. The quickest way to make your firm value you more is often to show that another firm values you more than they do.

2. AnonymousSeptember 21,2022 at 4:40PM UTC

   Try asking your colleagues or leadership what they seek to improve on or if they can give you some constructive feedback. For us, its always fostering healthy culture and inclusion. It can be as simple as sharing a book or documentary to help expand our perspectives. We also focus on using our paid volunteer time and sharing the experience.

3. AnonymousSeptember 21,2022 at 4:44PM UTC

   You can say you aspire to a senior position as the company grows. You would like to continue to grow and contribute and would like to be trained on new processes and programs.

4. Meredith EisgrauSeptember 21,2022 at 5:06PM UTC

   Is there a certification course you could sign up for? Maybe they will pay for it/or at least pay you for your time to do it? A mentorship program you can get involved in or start at your organization? Someone who would love to do your role in the future that you can begin working with? A project at work outside your daily scope you've been dying to get into?

   Be creative. Companies actually do appreciate people who like the work they are in and are thriving at. That said, your supervisors are likely looking to you for this guidance as you know best what appeals to you. See it as a BLESSING that you are asked. Whether it feels contrived or not is only your perspective on it.

5. AnonymousSeptember 21,2022 at 6:30PM UTC

   I have this same question!

6. Liz PerrySeptember 21,2022 at 8:09PM UTC

   Think about what skills you would like to develop. Do you want to hone your presentation skills? Maybe you want to brush up on your Excel knowledge. Look for development opportunities through webinars, classes, workshops, certifications, and then make a goal that will reflect that learning or upskill. IE If your goal is to hone your presentation skills, maybe there's something that you could present to the senior leadership at your company, or at an all hands meeting - get creative! Good luck