Pune Man Shares 4 Smart Habits That Helped Him Get Promoted — Internet Reacts
Pune Man Shares 4 Smart Habits That Helped Him Get Promoted — Internet Reacts
Getting promoted at work isn’t always about logging long hours or ticking all the right boxes — sometimes, it’s about how effectively you make your efforts known. That’s what Rohit Yadav, a working professional from Pune, discovered when he found himself feeling stuck in his career despite consistent hard work. Frustrated, he realized that doing good work quietly wasn’t cutting it anymore. So, he decided to change his approach. What followed were four intentional habits that didn’t just boost his visibility — they transformed how his colleagues and manager perceived him. His honest and reflective post about this journey quickly gained traction online, drawing both praise and skepticism from netizens.
Here’s a closer look at the four work habits Yadav adopted — habits he claims played a crucial role in earning him a well-deserved promotion.
1. Weekly Wins
Every Friday, Yadav made it a point to write down three things he had achieved that week — no matter how small. According to him, this habit helped him stay grounded in his progress and gave him the confidence to talk about his work when performance reviews came around. “This gave me clarity and helped me speak about my work confidently during reviews,” he shared.
2. Monthly Manager Updates
Instead of waiting for formal evaluations, Yadav began sending his manager a short update once a month. This message focused purely on results and takeaways — no fluff, no filler.
“No extra words. Just outcomes. And it made me visible without bragging,” he wrote. This subtle, consistent form of communication kept him on his manager’s radar without seeming overbearing.
3. Asking the Right Question
Yadav also changed how he approached one-on-one meetings. He started asking his manager a pointed question:
“What do I need to improve to be seen as ready for the next level?”
This simple yet powerful inquiry, he said, opened the door for candid feedback and made his ambitions clear. Over time, it also changed how his manager perceived his potential for growth.
4. Speaking Up in Meetings
The final habit was perhaps the most challenging for many — speaking up in meetings. Yadav made a conscious effort to contribute, even if it was just a short comment or suggestion.
“It built my presence. It showed initiative. Silent contributors are easily forgotten — I didn’t want to be one of them,” he explained.
Yadav’s post quickly gained momentum on social media, where users offered a wide spectrum of opinions — some inspired, others skeptical.
One user appreciated the practicality of the tips but pointed out, “I have tried some of your points, especially number 2, which never worked for me. I believe you need to have a supportive manager who actually listens and cares.”
Another echoed a common workplace sentiment: “This doesn’t work where favouritism works. But again, you can’t change the manager — but you can change manager.”
Not everyone was critical. A newcomer to corporate life said, “I’m new to a corporate, so thanks a lot for these tips. I will start it right from tomorrow.”
Another user, perhaps already seeing positive results, chimed in with: “With this, I’m getting more work and promise for the next good increment.”
And then there were those who read between the lines: “Not to mention the overly optimistic attitude on LinkedIn. It’ll get you places. Maybe not in this job but definitely in your network.”
Rohit Yadav’s experience underlines a truth many professionals eventually confront: hard work is essential, but visibility and self-advocacy are just as important. His four practical habits may not be a one-size-fits-all formula — and they certainly require the right environment to thrive — but they offer a starting point for anyone feeling overlooked in their job.
At the end of the day, Yadav didn’t just change how he worked — he changed how he was seen. And sometimes, that makes all the difference.
