Q: What should I be doing to stand out at work and get recognized as a great performer? I’m not necessarily looking to be promoted, but I want to shine in my job.

A: Standing out as a star player starts with performing at your best every day. So many employees focus on getting ahead, but they forget that the only way to do that is to actually perform well consistently—not just once in a while or on highly visible projects, but every day and on every task they’re assigned.

So, how do you do that? Here are a few ways to shine:

Deliver beyond expectations. Don’t just do what your job description says—go beyond it. This doesn’t mean that you take over the work of others on your team. Instead, keep an eye out for ways you can add something more to a project you’re already working on or contribute new ideas that elevate your department’s work.

Keep an eye out for ways you can add something more to a project you’re already working on or contribute new ideas that elevate your department’s work.

Set stretch goals with your manager. In addition to goals that support the work of your department, work with your manager to craft a personal goal that pushes you out of your comfort zone. The goal could be to pursue an advanced degree, or it might be to take on an assignment in another department to learn new skills and become more versatile.

Always be learning. If you’re known as someone who is always improving your skill set and learning something new, you will be seen as a high performer. Take classes or read articles or books relevant to your industry and share what you’ve learned with your team.

Have a positive attitude. Be the person in your department who is willing to take on challenges without complaining about extra work. When you do, you’ll be seen as a positive team player and a contributor who can make things happen.