This is How to Demonstrate Your Value at Work. Tip #2: Give Up Responsibilities
Are you juggling lots of different projects at once? Do you enthusiastically say yes to every assignment that lands on your desk? While this is a great way to demonstrate your commitment when you start a new job, at some point taking on too many responsibilities can bring diminishing returns. But as Dorie Clark, author of Entrepreneurial You: Monetize Your Expertise, Create Multiple Income Streams, and Thrive, previously told that the more you have on your plate, the less time you have to focus on critical tasks that can really move you forward in your career.
Clark acknowledges that it can be tough to turn down work–particularly if your boss has come to depend on you to pick up extra work. But she recommends framing it in the context of what’s best for the company. Ask them where it’s worth spending the bulk of your energy given the company’s goals and priorities. This is a way to show your commitment to the organization without having to work longer hours or doing things outside of your job description.
