Get promoted in 2026: 7 steps to take right now

Andrea Wasserman.

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• Career coach Andrea Wasserman advises aligning with company goals early to increase chances of promotion.
• Proactive communication and cross-functional visibility can help build credibility with leaders.
• She suggests tracking impact and taking ownership of business problems to position yourself for advancement.

It's a misconception that promotions are decided late in the year. If you want to end 2026 with a bigger title...