While there are many similarities between achieving success in private industry, working in the public sector presents its own unique challenges. However, civil service careers can still be lucrative for those employees who are ambitious and push themselves to advance. Here are six ways you can get promoted faster in your government job.

. You must first commit to being the best you can be. You should look for areas that interest you and decide to be flexible in your approach to everyday situations. Work to be outstanding at what you do and knowledgeable in your subject area. Stay on top of topic trends, the work of other experts, and your organization’s mission.

. Study and practice techniques for getting along with others and earning the respect of the people you work with. You must be able to work well with others to have any chance of being promoted to higher grades.

. Develop consistent work clothes. Establish a productive routine and practice discipline in your work ethic.

. Be known as the person who can perform virtually any task with efficiency and excellence.

. Look for opportunities to gain influence in decision making.

. Study others who are good at managing people and supervising the work of others. Practice those same behaviors in your daily interactions.

. Follow through on your commitments and do what you say you are going to do.

There are many opportunities for good people to excel in the civil service. The promise of important and exciting work, great responsibility, and outstanding rewards await those who rise to the challenge and do what it takes to move up the civil service career ladder.