Googler here: I think that gaming metrics is not that easy. Here by metrics I mean things like:
- Your impact on revenue (if you work in ads)
- Your impact on search quality (as assesed by independent raters)
- Etc.
If you can "game" these, I think you are solid.
My advice would be to try to come up with your own project ideas (related to what your or other very close team is already working on). Often times, people stick around in their teams for a long time and there is not much inovation -- you are a new guy can bring some fresh perspective.
People who get promoted the fastest are usually those who are self driven and start projects from their own initiative.
My advice would be to try to come up with your own project ideas (related to what your or other very close team is already working on). Often times, people stick around in their teams for a long time and there is not much inovation -- you are a new guy can bring some fresh perspective.
People who get promoted the fastest are usually those who are self driven and start projects from their own initiative.