Bored with the run of the mill accountant jobs and banking Jobs and want to get a promotion to something more exciting, take a look at our handy tips to help you on your way.

1. Adapt to your situation

If you are flexible about your career path and flexible about your next step, your chances of being promoted are much higher.

2. Go the extra mile

Bosses will look to promote people who are doing a good job, but they will also be looking for people who take initiative and taken on tasks outside of their current job description.

3. Show no fear

Bosses tend to promote people who lead, because these leaders usually have strong opinions and know how to express them even if it means upsetting a few people along the way.

4. Learn new skills

Picking up a new skill could be more beneficial to you than a small pay rise. You should ask to work on innovative projects which will require extra training meaning you will gain more skills and make you more valuable.

5. Believe in yourself

If you don’t believe in yourself, you will find it hard to climb up the ladder. Make sure you believe you are good at what you do and people will be able to detect this.