Is it Machiavellian to inform your superiors you were approached by a competitor for a position? Maybe, but everyone is entitled to improve their lives. Doesn't mean you have to leave.
Improve who you are and how you show up. Network horizontally and vertically and externally. Build your expertise and share it. It can be shared in social media, papers, books, meetings, conventions, YouTube, and Linked In, Become an influencer.
Speak up at meetings and volunteer for projects and collaborations. Offer to lead problem solving projects. Look for opportunities that allow you to communicate across the organization, up and down.
Engage in personal development practices to improve communications, Executive Presence, emotional intelligence, body language, mindfulness, and self-reflection.
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Become friends with the leaders of other organizations in and outside your industry. I used this to get hired at higher prices and better positions with competitors. Socialize in your own organization and with others when possible. Attend company picnics and parties to meet leaders.
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It is your destiny to improve who you are and contribute widely.
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