Episode 2: Reflect on Your Achievements and Track Your Wins

Welcome back to Corporate IT Girl: Rise, Shine, and Make ‘Em Remember You! In this episode, we’re focusing on a simple yet game-changing habit: reflecting on your achievements and tracking your wins. If you’ve ever struggled to articulate your contributions or felt like your hard work goes unnoticed, this one’s for you.

As women—especially women of color—we’re often taught to “just do the work,” hoping it will speak for itself. But here’s the truth: if you’re not documenting your wins, you’re leaving your growth to chance. Tracking your achievements is how you turn your hard work into a powerful story of impact, one that’s ready for reviews, interviews, and every opportunity to shine.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why Tracking Wins Matters: Discover how keeping a record of your accomplishments empowers you to take control of your career story.
• How to Start Your Achievement Tracker: Learn a step-by-step process to create a portfolio of your contributions, grounded in metrics and impact statements.
• The Value of Reflection: Understand why pausing to acknowledge your wins is essential for both confidence and career advancement.

Story Highlight: From Overlooked to Promoted

In this episode, we share the story of Tiana, a brilliant and hardworking professional who struggled to articulate her value during reviews. By creating her first Achievement Tracker, she uncovered metrics and impact statements that showcased her contributions. Armed with this new clarity, she confidently owned her worth—and earned a well-deserved promotion.

Action Steps for Your Career Glow-Up:

1. Start Your Achievement Tracker: Begin listing every project, task, or win that showcases your value, no matter how small.
2. Focus on Metrics: Add numbers that demonstrate your impact—percentages, dollar amounts, time saved—because data speaks volumes.
3. Build the Habit: Spend five minutes each week reflecting on your contributions and adding them to your tracker.

Key Takeaway:

Your achievements are worth more than a passing glance. By reflecting on your wins and tracking them strategically, you’re not just preparing for reviews—you’re creating a roadmap for your career growth.

Want more tips to help you shine?
Download my free guide, Corporate IT Girl: 10 Steps to Master Your Yearly Review, for strategies that will elevate your next review and beyond.

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