There is a misconception that we are paid for our time. This is understandable especially if you work by the hour. But there is a broader truth.

We are not paid for our time. We are paid for the value we bring during that time.

When you are applying for a new job or looking for a promotion the best thing you can do is communicate the value you bring. Many people call this your branding statement. If you work in marketing, then you may get that concept. For the rest of us, a branding...