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6 Reasons You’re Not Getting Promoted in Your Creative Job

(And 6 Things You Can Do About It)

Cathy Davenport Lee's avatar
Cathy Davenport Lee
May 26, 2025
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I see two really common thought patterns when it comes to people who are frustrated with their growth:

They assume it’s either their own personal failing, or that their boss is a jerk.

Listen, I can’t tell you what to think. But after more than 15 years of creating and managing teams, I know a LOT about the behind-the-scenes mechanics of promoting people.

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