How to Negotiate a Raise
Looking for a new job is nerve-wracking, but getting settled into one and successfully maneuvering through the HR department can be just as unnerving. During the later parts of the interview process, the hiring manager may bring up some other things, such as salary.
There are a couple things to keep in mind when negotiating salary, according to the Metro Boston newspaper. While negotiations are a good, as they give job... Continue Reading >>
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Assess Your Work Style
Do you love to give public presentations? Are you the "go-to" person for people in need of a sympathetic ear? Do spreadsheets excite you? Your answers to these questions will help determine whether your work style is Assertive, Persuasive, or Systemic.
According to career experts, we all have a predominant work style that influences how we approach our work. If there's a good match between your work style and your career, you are more likely to love your... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------How to Deal With a Coworker Who’s Stealing Credit for Your Hard Work
You stayed at the office late, went the extra mile, and lost a night of sleep trying to make sure your latest project was executed perfectly. Now the project is in the bag, and you're hoping you'll be assigned to the next big task, one with a greater level of responsibility and a potentially higher profile. But a minute ago you walked past your boss's open door and overheard this snippet of conversation... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Is Bragging Good for Your Career?
Want to get ahead at work or land that job you’ve been eyeing? It’s time to do something that might initially make you uncomfortable: Brag.
"Today, bragging is a necessity, not a choice," says Peggy Klaus, Fortune 500 communication and leadership coach, and author of Brag: The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It. "Staying quiet about your achievements only leads to being underappreciated and overlooked."... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------2010's Most Annoying Workplace Trends
The way we work is changing. There are good workplace trends, like greater job flexibility, and there are bad workplace trends, like reduced benefits. And then there are just plain annoying workplace trends--too many, by all counts. Here are eight annoying trends we could do without:
The need to be (or at least appear) busy, busy, busy
Ed Muzio, the author of "Make Work Great," has a hardworking friend who was recently stopped in the company cafeteria and told by a stranger who was trying to be helpful that he didn't look... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------6 Ways to Stay Awake at Work without Caffeine
Need toothpicks to keep your eyes open at work? If you're trying to kick the caffeine habit for the New Year, don't fret! There's no need to drag yourself to the coffee machine for a high-octane cup of joe. Just follow these caffeine-free tips, and you'll learn how to stay away at work!
1. Strut your stuff. Studies show that taking a 20 minute walk can boost your energy levels and decrease fatigue. Low-impact exercise seems better than higher impact exercise for fatigue levels, so you don't have to be a power walker to see benefits. Another plus is people who exercise tend to sleep better (and not at work!)... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Don’t Be “That Guy”: Four Work Personas That Don’t Go Over Well
You may know that guy. Or you have met him at least once. He's the guy who adopts a specific persona while he's at work, a persona he thinks will put him on the fast track to professional success. He's pretty sure that if he gets it right, he'll fool everyone, build a fan base and win a promotion to the corner office.
There's only one problem: It isn't working. His persona is transparent, and instead of helping him, it's actually holding him back. Don't be that guy. If you find yourself trying too hard to be any of these people while at work, stop and change course. Let the go of the act and try just being yourself... Continue Reading >> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
Overcoming a Personality Clash with Your Boss
Humans are social creatures that work toward common goals. It has been like this since the beginning. But before we can hunt a mammoth, build a tower or analyze quarterly spreadsheets, we need to accept that our teammates may have viewpoints and approaches that conflict with our own. When we don't agree, we have to find common ground before we can move forward. And usually we do — we find a way to share our strengths and communicate until our obstacles disappear.
But not always. There are some obstacles that simply can't be overcome, no matter how hard we try. And unfortunately, a personality clash with a boss isn't quite the same as a personality clash with a peer... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------What to Do After Being Passed Over for a Promotion or Salary Increase
Image of numbers reflecting a salary.Before you request a salary increase or promotion, make a plan, preferably a long-term plan that begins months or even a year in advance. As part of your overall strategy, you'll need to find ways to master the requirements of your job and exceed the standard performance metrics that apply to employees at your level. After consistently performing at or above expectations, approach your boss at the right time (not while she's distracted by pressing issues), set a date and time for a formal meeting, and come to the meeting prepared to list the reasons why your request should be granted... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Salary Negotiations: How to Get What You're Looking For
Sometime within the next few days, you'll be sitting down at a table and engaging in a negotiation with potentially high stakes. While you'll be making a case for a salary increase, the person across from you will be playing her hand with the best interests of the company in mind.
No matter what happens during the process, remember that you aren't alone. Salary negotiation is an art and a science that's been practiced in the civilized world for thousands of years. If you need help or have questions, get them resolved before you begin the process. Don't wait until you're sitting at the table trying not to look flustered. And remember, once you a strike a deal, you've set a precedent and assigned a specific value to your work. At the same time, your employer will have clarified how much or how little your work means to the company. Use this information as your decide whether to stay with this employer or look elsewhere... Continue Reading >>
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Looking for a new job is nerve-wracking, but getting settled into one and successfully maneuvering through the HR department can be just as unnerving. During the later parts of the interview process, the hiring manager may bring up some other things, such as salary.
There are a couple things to keep in mind when negotiating salary, according to the Metro Boston newspaper. While negotiations are a good, as they give job... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Assess Your Work Style
Do you love to give public presentations? Are you the "go-to" person for people in need of a sympathetic ear? Do spreadsheets excite you? Your answers to these questions will help determine whether your work style is Assertive, Persuasive, or Systemic.
According to career experts, we all have a predominant work style that influences how we approach our work. If there's a good match between your work style and your career, you are more likely to love your... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------How to Deal With a Coworker Who’s Stealing Credit for Your Hard Work
You stayed at the office late, went the extra mile, and lost a night of sleep trying to make sure your latest project was executed perfectly. Now the project is in the bag, and you're hoping you'll be assigned to the next big task, one with a greater level of responsibility and a potentially higher profile. But a minute ago you walked past your boss's open door and overheard this snippet of conversation... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Is Bragging Good for Your Career?
Want to get ahead at work or land that job you’ve been eyeing? It’s time to do something that might initially make you uncomfortable: Brag.
"Today, bragging is a necessity, not a choice," says Peggy Klaus, Fortune 500 communication and leadership coach, and author of Brag: The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It. "Staying quiet about your achievements only leads to being underappreciated and overlooked."... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------2010's Most Annoying Workplace Trends
The way we work is changing. There are good workplace trends, like greater job flexibility, and there are bad workplace trends, like reduced benefits. And then there are just plain annoying workplace trends--too many, by all counts. Here are eight annoying trends we could do without:
The need to be (or at least appear) busy, busy, busy
Ed Muzio, the author of "Make Work Great," has a hardworking friend who was recently stopped in the company cafeteria and told by a stranger who was trying to be helpful that he didn't look... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------6 Ways to Stay Awake at Work without Caffeine
Need toothpicks to keep your eyes open at work? If you're trying to kick the caffeine habit for the New Year, don't fret! There's no need to drag yourself to the coffee machine for a high-octane cup of joe. Just follow these caffeine-free tips, and you'll learn how to stay away at work!
1. Strut your stuff. Studies show that taking a 20 minute walk can boost your energy levels and decrease fatigue. Low-impact exercise seems better than higher impact exercise for fatigue levels, so you don't have to be a power walker to see benefits. Another plus is people who exercise tend to sleep better (and not at work!)... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Don’t Be “That Guy”: Four Work Personas That Don’t Go Over Well
You may know that guy. Or you have met him at least once. He's the guy who adopts a specific persona while he's at work, a persona he thinks will put him on the fast track to professional success. He's pretty sure that if he gets it right, he'll fool everyone, build a fan base and win a promotion to the corner office.
There's only one problem: It isn't working. His persona is transparent, and instead of helping him, it's actually holding him back. Don't be that guy. If you find yourself trying too hard to be any of these people while at work, stop and change course. Let the go of the act and try just being yourself... Continue Reading >> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
Overcoming a Personality Clash with Your Boss
Humans are social creatures that work toward common goals. It has been like this since the beginning. But before we can hunt a mammoth, build a tower or analyze quarterly spreadsheets, we need to accept that our teammates may have viewpoints and approaches that conflict with our own. When we don't agree, we have to find common ground before we can move forward. And usually we do — we find a way to share our strengths and communicate until our obstacles disappear.
But not always. There are some obstacles that simply can't be overcome, no matter how hard we try. And unfortunately, a personality clash with a boss isn't quite the same as a personality clash with a peer... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------What to Do After Being Passed Over for a Promotion or Salary Increase
Image of numbers reflecting a salary.Before you request a salary increase or promotion, make a plan, preferably a long-term plan that begins months or even a year in advance. As part of your overall strategy, you'll need to find ways to master the requirements of your job and exceed the standard performance metrics that apply to employees at your level. After consistently performing at or above expectations, approach your boss at the right time (not while she's distracted by pressing issues), set a date and time for a formal meeting, and come to the meeting prepared to list the reasons why your request should be granted... Continue Reading >>
----------------------------------------------------------------------Salary Negotiations: How to Get What You're Looking For
Sometime within the next few days, you'll be sitting down at a table and engaging in a negotiation with potentially high stakes. While you'll be making a case for a salary increase, the person across from you will be playing her hand with the best interests of the company in mind.
No matter what happens during the process, remember that you aren't alone. Salary negotiation is an art and a science that's been practiced in the civilized world for thousands of years. If you need help or have questions, get them resolved before you begin the process. Don't wait until you're sitting at the table trying not to look flustered. And remember, once you a strike a deal, you've set a precedent and assigned a specific value to your work. At the same time, your employer will have clarified how much or how little your work means to the company. Use this information as your decide whether to stay with this employer or look elsewhere... Continue Reading >>
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