So, I have had a recent dilemma at work. I was just recognized of being 2nd in Production for servicing our Freddie Mac Portfolio. I think being #1 is definitely better, but for right now I will take the fact that I missed getting that spot .3% and just amp my game up for October. In addition to this, I was selected to head up training for The New HAMP SLR Project. So, I have taken on tons of new responsibility at my job. In addition to still being on production of our Portfolio. There was a young lady who previously left our team. Our manager is interviewing for a replacement. He did not let us about the open opportunity. This is definitely a great opportunity for me. But, let me tell you what I “assumed”. I assumed that he would automatically consider me because of my status of being such a good employee. I started to realize that unless I made my desires to compete for this slot known that I would not be considered in the lineup. So, this morning, I sent my manager a message stating that I was, in fact, interested. And, I asked him what steps I needed to follow to compete for the opening. It is definitely more money & responsibility. Although, I am already doing the job, I might as well get paid more for it.
With that being said, I could not help but remember one of the Podcast I listened to for women getting ahead in the Business (i.e Financial Services & Banking). And, I remember one of the execs saying that women were more likely to expect a promotion b/c they work hard and show their skills. But, men were always telling their Boss’ about the their accomplishments, which contributed more to their success. Women simply don’t boast about their accomplishments, or their desire to be promoted & take on more responsibility in order to advance to an executive level. This is a classic Professional Epiphany for me, b/c I am in this exact position now. But, with that being said, I have made my intentions known & put it out there because I want to continue to grow and take on responsibility as I am preparing to go back to get my MBA. My Corporate Evolution, I continue to move! The wonderful & somewhat challenge of being in this industry is that stuff changes literally from one hour to the next! And, it is complete MADNESS Sometimes!!! But, It has given me some of the Best Professional Experience of my Finance Career!!! Like my son says with his thumbs up to tap mines, “AWESOMMMEEE, MAMI”!
As Always,
Be Luv!
Rashida Mingo
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