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How to Ask for More Money (and Get It)

Success

I landed my first writing gig in 2013. The scope of the project was far greater than 500 words and it took about two weeks to complete. Lesson 2: Always demonstrate value in negotiations. Focus on results rather than personal circumstances when approaching negotiations.

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Inside the Peterborough PA Network

Practically Perfect PA

Launched by Bethany Fovargue in 2013 this network has gone from strength to strength and Bethany is now asked to speak and promote the role of assistants all over the world. . There is no cost for the seminars and we pride ourselves on having had local support since April 2013. Firstly, can I have a little background about you….

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Copywriters, Beware: Clark Kent and Lois Lane Journalists are Coming after Your Jobs

Men With Pens

A lesson I''ve learned from pitching and negotiating with copywriting clients is that they don''t often articulate what they secretly think. They usually make the difference between landing the project and losing the gig. What are these elusive secret thoughts that clients (or prospects) aren’t telling you? Better Writing'

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New Career Options for Executive Assistants – Part I

Executive Assistant Breakthrough

According to the World Economic Forum [1] , here are a list of the top 10 skills most needed to succeed in 2020: Complex problem solving Critical thinking Creativity People management Coordinating with others Emotional intelligence Judgment and decision making Service orientation Negotiation Cognitive flexibility. link] 9 September 2013.

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The Truth About Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Stephanie LH Calahan

You don't finish nearly as many projects as you start. One day soon, the jig would be up … ” — Lean In* , March 2013. She has spoken candidly about her challenges with imposter syndrome and how she negotiated the feelings of fraud. Under-Performing. Perfectionism paralyzes you. How to Overcome Impostor Syndrome.

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