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18 Apr Asking for a raise at work: There’s the right way & the wrong way

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There comes a time in everyone’s career where you start to see the dollar signs flashing in your head. Over time you may start performing tasks and find yourself thinking, “this is not worth what I am getting paid.” Or maybe you think to yourself, “I have done a really amazing job in my role for these last six months.” Whatever the case, when the thoughts start percolating and you’re ready to bring it up with your boss, chances are you’ll feel some level of intimidation by the process of asking for more money. When it comes to asking for a raise, there are a few good approaches you can take, and a couple that you should avoid.

11 Apr How to change your mentality about meetings and make them matter

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Ah yes, the dreaded meeting. Whether it is because they run too long, the meeting chairperson takes over and doesn’t let anyone else speak, or you simply feel like the time is spent inefficiently, most of us have a major distaste for meetings. The good news is that it doesn’t need to be this way. Here’s the thing: if you shift your mentality around them, changing your mindset, and no longer viewing them as a dreaded meeting, you may end up realizing that they do matter. And when done right, meetings can have an incredible impact on you as a team player and the company as a whole. Here’s how to change your mind about meetings:

04 Apr Continuing Education: What you should be learning to shine at work

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No matter your job description, there will always be the need and opportunity for you to continue to grow your knowledge and skill base. Introducing: Continuing Education. While in some cases this means industry-specific skills and knowledge, such as going to conferences, attending seminars, or completing courses, it also means personal development. Persisting on your own journey to improve your overall skills and abilities to continue to perform at your best at work will pay dividends over even a relatively short period of time. Here are some areas that you can focus on to help you shine on the job!

28 Mar 4 ways to strengthen your leadership skills at work

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Leadership skills are necessary for maneuvering today's corporate landscape. Are you ready to tap into your natural leadership abilities and focus on self-improvement? Are you looking to gain more fulfillment and success in your job by brushing up on your skills? Start by implementing these four understated yet critically important areas of understanding.

21 Feb Time management techniques that actually work

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Business advice trends come and go, and time management tips are no exception. Today’s time management techniques focus on cutting down on external chatter, unplugging, and sorting through the overabundance of stimuli we all have. Here are three time management techniques that actually work:

17 Jan To-Do Don’ts: Why Over-planning is Harming Your Productivity

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Being organized at work is often considered a positive trait of a great employee — but is there such a thing as being too organized? While planning certainly has its place in the office, there can be detrimental affects if it gets out of hand. How do you know when you’ve crossed the line from productive to prohibitive? Here are some signs that you may be over-planning — and impacting your career.

10 Jan 5 Things You Should Never Say In A Job Interview

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No two job interviews are the same. Each candidate has their own set of answers, some better than others. There are lots of possibilities for how you’ll answer the tough questions that come your way, but there are some definite no-nos that any interviewee should avoid. Here are 5 of the worst things to say in an interview and why you should avoid uttering these words the next time you’re in the hot seat and looking for a new job.

03 Jan Public Speaking Fear? How to Deliver a Presentation Like a Pro

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Does the idea of giving a speech or talking in front of a crowd at work induce a deep fear? You aren't alone! When a public speaking opportunity is looming, here’s what you can do to ensure you deliver your presentation like a pro:

27 Dec Secure Your Position – How to Become an Indispensable Employee

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Job security depends largely on your ability to become an invaluable employee within your organization. When you become a key player, you’ll be sure to be included in the company in the long run. Staying on board and advancing your career is easy to do when you follow a few key behaviors that will get you noticed by the higher-ups in your company. Here’s how to become an indispensable asset at work:

13 Dec Don’t Be A Hero – The Right Way to Ask for Help at Work

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Nobody is perfect, and nobody can do it all. Sometimes we bite off more than we can chew or we’re simply in over our heads. Instead of floundering and failing alone or panicking over your work problems, try these ways to act professionally and ask for help: