In the recently published September 2015 Lexpert issue, Adam Lepofsky, President of RainMaker Group, provided insightful advice on approaching your mentor or a senior partner if you are feeling under appreciated.

Adam believes that in addition to presenting your reasons and qualifications; also bring an element of self-awareness. “If you’re pretty realistic about what you consider to be your pros and cons, you’ll be able to show a level of maturity and self-awareness that will give you more credibility with those that can make important decisions about your career.”

He also advises on mentally preparing for some difficult truths – “have a plan B and a plan C in the event it doesn’t go your way.” Keep in mind that there’s a time and place for everything – “Go to the wrong person, or the right person at the wrong time, and that could be career-ending.”

To read the full article, click on the link below.

http://www.lexpert.ca/article/feeling-underappreciated/