Most people assume that when it comes to promotions, their work speaks for itself. But what if the people making decisions simply don’t have enough information to recognize the value you’re creating?

In this second episode of the Ethical Career Hacking series, Joe Kwon, The Connection Counselor explores the illusion that decision-makers know as much about your work as you do. He explains why leaders often have to fill in the blanks, how those assumptions can work against you, and how you can ethically reduce the uncertainty surrounding your contributions.

You’ll learn:

• Why “my work speaks for itself” is rarely enough
• How information gaps can influence promotion and career decisions
• Why leaders rely on assumptions when they don’t have enough evidence
• Why communicating results is not bragging—it’s reducing uncertainty

The goal isn’t to manufacture a reputation you haven’t earned. It’s to make the value you have already created clear enough that decision-makers don’t have to guess.

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Topics include: Executive presence, promotion, charisma, influence, communication, leadership, and career advancement