One of the most exciting things to look forward to in your career is that next great job or challenge that really stretches you. But rather than be distracted by looking for the next big opportunity, the best way to get promoted is to get really great at the job you’re doing today.

“Time and time and again you see people whom, as soon as they get a new job, start chasing the flame for the next one,” Stephen Miles, the Vice Chairman of Heidrick & Struggles, shares. “Don’t be a flamechaser. Make sure you manage up appropriately, so you’re not being overzealous, not lobbying for the next job, but are still building relationships.”

While it’s tempting to chase that flame, the best way to get promoted is to think about the things you can do today to be really great at your current job—that way you get noticed for the next one!

“You should be revealing your skills and capabilities through the work that you do as opposed to through your lobbying efforts,” Stephen emphasizes.

Watch the video version of my interview with Stephen Miles below: