You are of immense value to your organization. Not only have you taken the initiative to improve your job performance and expand your skill set, but you've also invested a tremendous amount of time and effort into better understanding the needs and goals of your boss, your department, and your organization. Everything you've done in your quest to make yourself more promotable has made you exactly the kind of rising leader your organization needs to ensure quality, excellence, and growth.

In Chapter 5, Ask for the Promotion, you developed a concise statement of key reasons you are worthy of the promotion you seek. Review that Promotion Pitch Worksheet and remind yourself of all the ways you bring value to your organization. Think about the positive impact you'll have in the position you seek.

Now, reflect on all the other reasons you deserve to be promoted. This time, don't confine yourself to reasons aimed at persuading decision-makers; think about all the reasons...