Posted on Jul 27, 2015
Can you succeed and grow as a Leader although there is no room for advancement in your field?
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Although you are not up for promotion or the oppurtunity to advance is not currently available, can you still grow as a Leader? This article explains some ways to remain relevant no matter your current position.
https://hbr.org/2015/06/you-dont-need-a-promotion-to-grow-at-work
https://hbr.org/2015/06/you-dont-need-a-promotion-to-grow-at-work
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Yes Sir, I agree with you. There is plenty of ways to show professional, spiritual and personal growth, all while serving in a position that can't offer or provide you win advancement at the moment.
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Growth as a leader is an individual accomplishment, and is not dependent on growth in rank, especially when there is limited opportunity for promotion.
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I think you can look to the period between WW1 and WW2. There was virtually no promotion for commissioned officers in that period. It wasn't unusual to serve 20 more years and retire as a Captain in the Army. Men like Eisenhower and McArthur languished in Washington. The most exciting thing they did was kick out the "Bonus Army" during the depression. There was definitely a place for the "Ring Knockers" no matter the grade.
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