Working excess overtime in the hopes of landing a promotion is unlikely to pay off, experts have warned, after a Woolworths executive claimed she was overlooked for a senior position after working up to 120 hours a week.

Laura Robinson, recruiter and corporate head-hunter at Harvey Robinson says executives should be wary of putting all their eggs in one basket, suggesting those who work around the clock to chase a promotion should think carefully about what success really looks like.

In the modern workplace, employees need to distinguish between being visible and impactful from simply being “always on”. “A focus on outcomes, rather than hours logged, is increasingly valued,” Robinson says.

Before accepting a senior role that comes with an unspoken expectation of significant overtime or

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