Have you ever felt like you’re working hard, hitting your goals, and still being overlooked for promotion?

In this episode of Ask For It, I’m sharing the exact strategy I used to get promoted every single cycle at Salesforce, one of the most competitive sales environments in tech.

This isn’t about luck or waiting your turn. It’s about being intentional, visible, and strategic with your career growth. And the best part? You can take these same steps and apply them today to stand out and accelerate your own career.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
✅ The 4-step promotion strategy I used to move up faster than most.
✅ How to make your impact visible to the people who matter.
✅ The one question you must ask your manager to get clear on your path to promotion.
✅ Common mistakes that keep high performers stuck—and how to avoid them.
✅ A simple action plan to start positioning yourself for your next big move.

Whether you’re trying to secure your first promotion or preparing to step into leadership, this episode is your roadmap to getting noticed and moving up.

Want personalized help to get over the finish line and land the job you actually want? Contact me at https://www.thehighperforma.com/

What if chasing massive success is actually getting in the way of what you really want?

In this episode, I sit down with Matthias Mahr, a longtime consultant and author of How to Be Moderately Successful, to talk about what it means to build a career that’s genuinely fulfilling. But this isn’t just theory, Matthias shares real, practical advice for navigating the workplace.

We get into:

• How to stand out in interviews

• The underrated way to get promoted (without burning out)

• How to find mentors

• Why aiming for “moderate success” might be the most powerful shift you can make

This episode is honest, a little unconventional, and packed with insight for anyone trying to grow in their career without losing themselves in the process.

How to Be Moderately Successful is available globally on Amazon and IngramSpark — links below.

• Connect with Matthias Mahr on LinkedIn

• Get the book: How to Be Moderately Successful on Amazon

• Follow the podcast + leave a review if you enjoyed this conversation!

Before you say a single word in an interview, hiring managers are already forming impressions. In this episode, we break down the 3 subtle but powerful things they notice immediately — and how you can use them to your advantage. Whether you’re job hunting or prepping for a big interview, this is a must-listen for building confidence and making a great first impression.

You’ll learn:
✅ What your energy is saying before you even speak
✅ Why your setup and environment matter — especially on video
✅ The micro-signals of confidence (or lack of it) and how to manage them

📌 Perfect for: Job seekers, recent grads, and anyone who wants to stand out in today’s competitive job market.

📣 Free Resource:
Want help preparing for interviews? I offer 1:1 coaching and a 3-session prep package. Learn more at thehighperforma.com

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