Success

MAY 22, 2024

Stand up for yourself more Assertiveness was never my strong suit, especially when I was younger. I’ve discovered that assertiveness—without compromising kindness, respect or professionalism—is empowering. Setting budgets. Here’s my advice for my younger self. Skip the master’s degree What? Eschew higher education?

Assertiveness 290

Assertiveness Interviewing Learning Skills 290

Office Dynamics

JUNE 12, 2018

Seeking better benefits; health, retirement, education assistance or flexible schedule. Several years ago, I found myself in a position at a company that was facing budget cuts. I needed health insurance and retirement opportunities and wanted to stay within the industry I had most of my career experience in.

Interviewing 178

Interviewing Retirement Health Skills 178

Success

APRIL 24, 2023

Pushing off conversations about life insurance, retirement savings or long-term care doesn’t protect you from the negative feelings the subjects bring up. Or perhaps you promise yourself you’ll sit down and create a budget but never find the time. Recognizing the negative emotions and the good can often make them easier to process.

Finance 298

Finance Credit Card Budget Assertiveness 298

Success

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If your salary needs and their budget are too far apart, they will end the process and move on to other candidates. When deciding on a number, consider your personal budget , your current salary and the value you can provide to an organization. However, negotiating your salary after the interview isn’t always possible.

Negotiating 246

Negotiating Salary Equipment Expenses 246