to Move Up by Andreas von der Heydt The traditional corporate career ladder model is (almost) passé Fortunately! Nowadays, more and more people experience forward progression besides and beyond the classic "up“ career path Sometimes you even need to be willing to take a (perceived) step back or sideways to move forward/ Therefore, don´t worry about what others think and try making you believe You know better That´s what counts Read on to find out more! © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Andreas von der Heydt Senior Executive, Leadership & Executive Coach, LinkedIn Influencer, Author, Speaker For example, Sheryl Sandberg´s job at Google was a step back from her job as chief of staff (at least some might think so) She went from a job with a team of tens of thousands in the US Treasury to her job at Google with a team of four © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Lateral Move In these times, career flexibility and creativity have become as crucial as trajectory “Up" isn't the only direction for which to go in your career A Lateral Move, aka side-step, is worth considering This is a move either within your current company (e.g into a different department) or to a new organization with similar job title, responsibilities, pay, etc © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up How? It helps build your network in new departments and areas of the organization “Thinking and Moving Sideways“ enriches significantly your perspectives and experiences You can work with someone that can be your mentor and learn from him/her You can acquire new knowledge and skills © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up It shows that you´re open-minded, willing to leave your comfort zone, and eager to learn and to take risks Helps you mature and get ready for more senior roles with broader responsibilities Why? Don´t discount the required thinking and prep work needed for a successful side step And don´t underestimate the cultural challenges besides having to acquire new skills Some thoughts and recommendations for a successful lateral move: © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Stay open-minded and think in alternatives about your work, job, and career Think colors Think zigzag and non-linear Think laterally Think outside–of-the-box, upside down, and don´t allow others telling you what they think your career should look like © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Explore and assess all options Once you mentally settled on a side step, some research and/or internal networking to learn more about other areas of the company Maybe you take on a project for another department or you shadow someone? © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Develop a plan with a long-term focus Make lateral rotations part of it Look for those roles where you can acquire skills you might miss to further grow and progress This might be leadership experience, negotiations skills, technical expertise, etc For example, if your background were in marketing and sales, ever tried managing a tech team? © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Leverage horizontal structures Look across versus down and up Build and develop new networks and connections Focus more on giving and sharing Be willing to learn, unlearn, and re-learn Embrace to fail and trust in the support you will receive © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Follow your passion Ensure you´re doing what you´re passionate about and that you learn and enjoy your experience during a lateral move Be courageous and be willing taking risks Time is precious especially when you´re willing to choose a career detour Do what´s right for you based on your vision and goals and which adds value To the company and yourself © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up When looking for your next career challenge, climbing the corporate ladder might not be the only way Instead a lateral move might lead to your career destiny And in the mid-term even faster and more successfully It all depends on how you plan and perceive a side step and how best to execute it and when If done well, it will pay off in the future © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up How To Make a Successful Lateral Career Move Explore and assess all options Leverage horizontal structures Stay open-minded and think in alternatives Develop a plan with a longterm focus © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Follow your passion Find out more tips on how to boost your career in my new book © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Ebook Paperback Audio USA UK Germany Spain Italy France Japan Canada India USA UK Germany Spain Italy France Japan Canada India Amazon Audible iTunes Let’s stay in touch linkedin.com/in/avonderheydt slideshare.net/AndreasvonderHeydt facebook.com/ConsumerGoodsClub Andreas von der Heydt Senior Executive, Leadership & Executive Coach, LinkedIn Influencer, Author, Speaker twitter.com/ConsumGoodsClub youtube.com/user/BlondJames007 soundcloud.com/andreas-700932257 iTunes Podcast – Leadership XXL © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up ... Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Follow your passion Find out more tips on how to boost your career in my new book © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Ebook Paperback Audio... and skills © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up It shows that you´re open-minded, willing to leave your comfort zone, and eager to learn and to take risks Helps you mature and get... Treasury to her job at Google with a team of four © Andreas von der Heydt – Moving Over to Move Up Lateral Move In these times, career flexibility and creativity have become as crucial as trajectory