Movin' on Up: 9 Ways to Get Ahead at Work

Here's how to take your grind to the next level.

Immediate Gratification - Don't get discouraged along life's journey when setting out to achieve certain goals or milestones because nothing great comes easily or instantly. Keep pushing and only think about completing the next step instead of the final one. (Photo: Corbis)

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Immediate Gratification - Don't get discouraged along life's journey when setting out to achieve certain goals or milestones because nothing great comes easily or instantly. Keep pushing and only think about completing the next step instead of the final one. (Photo: Corbis)

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You Are a Superstar!

Feel Good About Yourself - In need of a little confidence boost? Here are seven things that you can do to feel stronger and more self-assured today. By Jillian Baker (Photo: Michael Poehlman/Corbis)

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Be Productive

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Encourage Others - Spreading positivity to other coworkers is a good way to keep morale up, and making people feel good about working with you can increase productivity. It also shows the signs of a good leader. (Photo: Chad Springer/Corbis)

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Encourage Others

Be a Team Player - Working well with others is a crucial way to stand out at work. If you see a coworker who is drowning, offer to help. Just make sure you can still get your own work done. (Photo: Cadalpe/Image Source/Corbis)

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Be a Team Player

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Don’t Take on More Than You Can Do

PRO: You Have an Ally - It’s human nature — he’ll be more likely to take your side, whether you’re debating what restaurant to call for dinner when the department has to work late, voting on the final version of the pitch to take to your client, or settling a squabble with your office nemesis. (Photo: Mint Images - Tim Robbins/Getty Images)

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Learn When to Shine 

Don’t Be Thirsty Or an Opportunist - Networking can be overwhelming in this dog-eat-dog-world. But remember that when meeting new people, don’t be desperate or that girl who shoves their card in someone’s face before having a conversation. Be engaging and ask questions before you give someone your info.(Photo: JoseLuiz Pelaez/Image Source/Corbis)

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Be Caring to Others

Be a Great Networker - Getting to know people in the office and outside the office is important in building your contacts, allies and brand. Plus, it’s always good to know people. You never know who is paying attention to your great work. (Photo: Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images)

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Be a Great Networker

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Take Initiative

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Don’t Make Work Your Whole Life