take action

To move up at work or gain the respect from coworkers and your managers is to take initiative.  Before being asked to complete a task, go ahead and do it if it needs to be done.  This shows that you are a leader and you care about improving the work place.  Taking initiative makes your coworkers view you as someone that can lead and handle certain tasks.  In this case, when choosing someone to be a part of projects or choosing to be promoted, you will be well deserving of it.
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Take the little steps to maintain your main goal.  Many of us might not want to continue taking on other tasks than the ones required of us because there isn’t a reward or recognition for it.  Short term, you may not receive recognition or a pat on the back at the time but in the long run, it will definitely pay off.  Never get tired of doing the right thing because there is always someone watching you even when you do not realize it.  Take action!