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What makes you stand out at work?

Many women struggle to answer the question: What makes you stand out at work? That’s what consultant and author Marcia Reynolds found as she was conducting 360-degree interviews for her executive clients. Tips to help you articulate your worth to your organization:

Carving out time for a mindful lunch

We heard a story recently about a woman who transformed her lunch hour. Tired of seeing miserable-looking co-workers during lunchtime, she started a “lunch club” with colleagues. Craft your own “mindful lunch” that involves being with others, walking, being outdoors and eating healthful food.

Budget-minded ways to honor employees

Administrative assistant Terri Vanias works for a company that’s feeling the pinch of a protracted recession. For the past couple of years, the company has had to trim the budget—and bonuses. Her company isn’t the only one finding ways to do more with less, even when it comes to recognizing and honoring employees:

Your network falling off? Reconnect

Reconnect with someone in your network with these two steps: 1. Don’t pretend that no time has passed. Instead of ignoring the ele­phant in the room, give the time lapse some rationale. 2. Explain the “why now?” Include the event that prompted you to get back in touch.

Just got promoted? Don’t blow it

Does it ever seem like your newly promoted manager is blindly muddling through the job? Well, she probably is. A recent poll revealed that only one in 10 recently promoted individuals received any leadership training or coaching. If you find yourself promoted—without feeling prepared—here’s a crash course in managing others: