How to Create Visibility: Sending the Right Signals at Work with Dr. Carmen Banks
You’re doing strong work, but are you sending the right signals so others can see it?
In this recent LinkedIn Live coffee chat conversation, AdaMarie Expert Dr. Carmen Banks shares what visibility actually looks like in the workplace and how professionals, especially early in their careers, can take ownership of how their work is perceived.
From advocating early for promotions to learning how to communicate impact (not just effort), Dr. Banks offers clear, practical insight on building credibility and stepping into self-promotion without apology.
Whether you’re at a startup, corporate lab, or navigating a pivot, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about how you show up, and how your work connects to the bigger picture.
This replay is from our 2026 AdaMarie Expert Coffee Chat Series, and took place on February 24, 2026.
Talk Highlights
Visibility is bigger than your manager.
“Visibility is making space for your company to put a face to a name—and a name to the great work that you’re doing.” It’s not just about doing your job well. It’s about ensuring cross-functional teams and leadership understand how your work connects to company goals.
Advocate earlier than you think you should.
“It’s never a wrong time to talk about raises and promotions.” Waiting for the “right time” can stall momentum. Clear career conversations, early and often, help your manager advocate for you and align you with high-impact opportunities.
Communicate impact, not just output.
Working hard isn’t the same as being visible. Dr. Banks emphasizes translating your work into measurable impact: revenue, efficiency, milestones.
There is no shame in self-promotion.
“You did the work, people should recognize you for it.” Visibility isn’t vanity. It’s ownership. When you advocate for yourself, you make it easier for others to advocate for you, too.
Your work won’t speak for itself. Communicate its impact.
Dr. Carmen Banks reminds us that confidence is a muscle and visibility is a practice. The more you ask questions, communicate impact, and advocate for what you want, the stronger and clearer your professional presence becomes.
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