How to Make Suggestions Count at Work
You have a great idea that you know will improve things at work. It may even save the company money. It is all in the presentation! Plan out how you will present your idea and you can make your suggestions count at work.
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- A positive attitude
- Confidence in yourself
- A computer with Powerpoint
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Get your facts straight. Do background research to make sure your idea will really work. Managers are business people who need accurate facts to make decisions.
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Create a business plan including a cost-benefit analysis. Money counts in the business world. Show proof that your idea can save or make money.
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Stay positive. Solve a problem. Show you can make things better instead of complaining about a problem. Present your solution instead of pointing fingers or blaming others.
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Present your suggestions using slideshow presentation software. You look like a pro and will catch everyone's interest.
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Enlist an expert to back you up. Your subject matter expert can verify your facts and answer any questions.
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Take your suggestions to the correct person or correct team. Give your ideas to those who can implement them perhaps at a staff meeting or a regional meeting. Pick the right opportunity and deliver to the right crowd.
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Advertise once an idea has been approved. Make sure your suggestions are known to others and market your suggestions to other departments.
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Celebrate your success! Show that your suggestions were implemented and then other staff members will follow with further suggestions of their own.
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Tips & Warnings
Just give the facts, not anecdotes.
Don't make trivial suggestions about things you have not thought through.
