Changing the Chemistry (SCIO)’s Post

To get promoted, someone else must be ready to fill your current role. A scarcity mindset, driven by fear of loss, leads people to hold onto knowledge and avoid sharing tasks, thinking this keeps them secure. However, this limits growth - growth of the company, growth of the person. Being promotable means you’ve trained others and built systems for success without you. When you make yourself “replaceable” by empowering your team, you show real leadership. If no one can take over your job, you stay stuck and the company will need to externally hire your future manager. Promotability is about helping others grow, not just holding onto your spot.

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Thrilled to share that I've been promoted to Sales, Marketing and Business Development Manager. This journey wouldn't have been possible without continuous learning and dedication. As the saying goes, "the sky is your limit". I truly believe that with hard work, capacity building, and honing your skills, incredible opportunities will open doors you never knew existed. Doors like this one! I'm eager to leverage my experience and collaborate with the fantastic team at with me to achieve even greater heights. Here’s to exceeding expectations and driving growth! —---------------------------------- KEY TAKEAWAYS : 💡Demonstrate Humility : Be willing to wrong, change your mind and take on feedback. This helps the organization make better decisions. 💡Solution Oriented : Don’t walk around broadcasting problems until you’ve thought of how to solve them. 💡Show High Integrity : Set the standard for behavior within your department or the organization as a whole. This sets you out as a leader. #promotion #salesandmarketing #businessdevelopment #excited #opportunity #growth #theskyisyourlimit

"To move up in corporate life, you need a sponsor." I’ve heard this statement countless times throughout my career, often presented as an undeniable fact, but my experience tells a different story. Starting out as a Sales Representative in the field, I worked my way up to a Global leadership role without having a designated sponsor. It wasn’t about having someone to champion my career at every step it was about consistently delivering results, taking on challenges head-on, and building relationships across the organization. Here’s what worked for me: 1. Performance First: I focused on consistently exceeding expectations, delivering results, and proving my value. 2. Building a Reputation: I made sure that my work spoke for itself. By creating a track record of reliability and skill. 3. Networking and Relationship-Building: I sought out connections beyond my immediate team, developing relationships with peers, managers, and stakeholders. 4. Continuous Learning: Staying ahead of industry trends and proactively developing new skills kept me competitive and ready for the next step. 5. Taking Initiative: Whenever opportunities arose whether it was leading projects, solving complex problems, or stepping up in challenging situations I embraced them. While having a sponsor can undoubtedly help accelerate your career, it’s not the only way to move forward. It’s possible to rise through the ranks with resilience, hard work, and a proactive approach to your development. To anyone who feels limited because they don’t have a sponsor, I say: focus on what you can control. Be your own champion. #Leadership #CareerGrowth #CorporateLife #GlobalLeadership #SalesJourney #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerAdvice #Resilience

✨"People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it." – Simon Sinek✨ When it comes to job hunting, it's easy to focus on what – what role you’re applying for, what skills you bring, or what achievements you've made. But here's the game-changer: employers are also interested in your why. 🌟 Your 'why' reveals purpose. It’s the passion, drive, and purpose behind your job search. Maybe you’re seeking a company that aligns with your values, a role that allows you to make a difference, or a new challenge to help you grow. 🌱 Employers resonate with a deeper story. It’s not just about finding a job. It's about joining a team that shares your beliefs and values, where you can make an impact and feel fulfilled. 👥 So, next time you’re in an interview, think about your why: Why do you want this role? Why are you looking for a change now? Why are you passionate about the industry? When you lead with your why, you’re not just selling skills—you’re offering a vision that employers can connect with. After all, it’s the purpose-driven people that make a workplace thrive. 🌍💼 #JobSearchTips #WhyMatters #CareerGrowth #PurposeDriven #InterviewTips #SimonSinek

𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐄𝐓𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 Whether you're in operations, sales, marketing, or any other area, I’d love to hear from you! To help me stay in touch and collaborate in the future, please share your email, position, and a brief introduction about yourself in the comments or via direct message. #Networking #HospitalityIndustry #Collaboration #ProfessionalGrowth #Connect #Leadership #CommunityBuilding #IndustryInsights #Opportunities #CareerDevelopment #Teamwork #SharedKnowledge

In your career there will probably be 1-2 people that shape it. They’ll play a big part to inspire you, teach you, direct you, or open your eyes to your own potential. I caught up with a sales leader yesterday and she was talking about this impact in her career. And why that’s how she looks as her role as a manager and leader. And this is why we believe that the sales leader should be the biggest factor in your decision to join a sales team. The best sales leaders will elevate your career. I’ve seen it happen so many times. I was fortunate enough that it happened to me. #salesleader #yourcareer #newsalesrole

Here's a thought for the weekend? Do Job Titles Really Matter? 🤔 To some people yes they do! Last week, I was talking to a candidate and she was saying that having Head of, in her Job Title was a must going forward and questioned Why? she responded with It shows that I have progressed in my career and I have gone from Manager to Head of. So it got me thinking, Does a Job title matter to you? Personally my take is - what really counts is the value you bring to your team and the difference you make in your organisation. Sometimes, the best leaders are those without "Manager" or "Director" in their job title. 🌟 What are you thoughts on this? #Careerdevelopment #Jobtitles #SocialCare

🤦♀️ One of my best leadership fails happened when I first started at De Soi. We were preparing for launch, so I set up a sales email address. (Of course) I forgot about it right away. Three months later, I checked it and found hundreds of messages from major accounts wanting to carry our products! The lesson?  Set up email forwarding. But also it taught me the value of having the right team in place. As a leader, you can't do everything yourself—building a strong team is crucial to growth (and minimizing slip-ups). And on that note!! We are currently #hiring for 2 critical Sales roles at De Soi Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Apéritif: ✨Director of Sales - East ✨Director of Sales - West Check out the JDs below to apply 👇👇

I was scared shitless. I knew everything was ready. The business was effectively running without me, I just needed to take the last step and appoint a general manager. But I was stuck in fear. What will the team say? Am I abandoning them? NO! Putting someone else in charge of my business was the BEST thing. So I needed a signal that everything was going to be ok. A General Manager needs to be multi-talented. But don’t hire a GM without these two traits. High Standards and Low Tolerance for Poor Work Undying Belief in the Mission These two traits gave me absolute confidence in my decision. That was over two years ago, the results have been amazing. I urge you to look for these traits in your current staff. If you spot them, then develop that person. You might just have your future General Manager.