Episode 2: Reflect on Your Achievements and Track Your Wins Show Notes: Welcome back to The Corporate IT Girl! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the power of reflection and the importance of tracking your wins. If you’ve been moving through your career, head down, thinking, “My work will speak for itself,” this episode is for you. Reflecting on and documenting your achievements isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about strategically setting yourself up for success and making sure your contributions are recognized. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why Reflecting on Your Achievements Matters We often get caught up in “doing the work” and forget to take a step back. Discover how regular reflection helps you acknowledge your growth, builds your confidence, and prepares you for future opportunities. How to Start Tracking Your Wins From big wins to small victories, learn the best practices for building a personal “Achievement Tracker” that makes it easy to showcase your impact during reviews, interviews, or any moment where you need to shine. Turning Metrics into a Story It’s not just about listing accomplishments—it’s about framing them in a way that tells a powerful story of your contributions. We’ll discuss how to connect your wins to metrics and tangible outcomes that reflect your value. Overcoming the Habit of Downplaying Success As women, and especially as women of color, we’re often hesitant to celebrate our wins out loud. Discover why acknowledging and tracking your achievements is an essential step to self-advocacy and career growth. A Real-Life Story Listen to how one of our listeners transformed her review process by regularly tracking her wins and framing them strategically to align with her company’s goals. Action Steps for This Episode: Start Your Achievement Tracker: Begin documenting your wins, big and small, to build a powerful narrative for your career. Set a Weekly Reflection Practice: Take a few minutes at the end of each week to review what you’ve accomplished and jot down the highlights. Own Your Impact: Shift your mindset around sharing your wins—from “bragging” to “owning your contributions.” Key Takeaway: Your achievements are worth celebrating, and tracking them isn’t just a “nice-to-have” task—it’s a career-boosting strategy. Reflecting on your wins is how you turn your hard work into a compelling story of impact. Tune in Next Week as we continue building your toolkit for corporate success with Episode 3: Gather Positive Feedback and Testimonials. Let’s keep turning your career dreams into reality!