Avoid mistake - live longer and prosper

Ever feel like you should be working at a “higher level” but keep getting passed over?
Heard this comment? What are the reasons for them being “stalled.” They usually cite things like politics and relationships, noting that they felt those factors had helped others move ahead before them. Nodoubt that many people do get promoted because of relationships, it’s rare that the main cause for one’s lack of career momentum is simply not knowing the right people. Most often they’d made mistakes which cost them when promotional decisions were being made.
One imp thing-Don’t try to correct your boss’ misunderstanding too often - even if he/she is totally wrong
Many managers live with a boss who thinks they know everything about everything. These types love to tell you how to do your job better. But, on occasion, you know their ideas are misguided or even wrong. So you want to help them understand why.
Know this: Even if they seem enlightened and “open to others’ perspectives,” you need to be very cautious about trying to help them by correcting their comments. Once in a while might be fine. And if the boss actually makes some changes or you’ve successfully helped him realize he was off-track - good work. But most of the time, you can’t change the behavior of a know-it-all. When you try, your attempts are not appreciated.
Even worse than not being appreciated is that often you’ll be seen as (horror of horrors!) DEFENSIVE. For the most part, being regarded as defensive is a kiss of death.
So, watch your boss closely when he makes a mistake or misstep. What does he do? Does he show a willingness to change when it’s pointed out? Or does he respond by putting down the person who is trying to help them see the light? Once you know how they act - behave accordingly.
If you’re as good as you think, you deserve a promotion. But help your boss and the HR department to reach the same conclusion. That way you won’t cause career self-sabotage.