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Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise

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Upon reflection, I’d realized that a salary bump would not improve my vitality, but more free time absolutely would. At its heart, the conversation was a re-frame: I was receiving a pay increase—the same salary for reduced hours—I just wouldn’t see the increase in my paycheck. Photo by @Hanni/Twenty20.

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How Long is Normal to Go Without a Raise?

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Is it a problem to have the same salary for 5 years or more? Some organizations adjust pay annually by a minimal amount (like 2 or 3 percent) to keep up with inflation and the rising cost of living. And before you do, read this article to ensure you approach the conversation strategically. However, if you haven’t had any.

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Why You Should Start Your Own Business Today

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Since joining the company eight years earlier, he had worked his way up to a solid position in middle management with a decent salary and great benefits. You’ll look back in later years and marvel at how easy it was and how much you gained for so little cost.”. You don’t need to be a genius at negotiation or a whiz at numbers.

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The Vanishing Executive Assistant—NOT!

Office Dynamics

I would like to address the recent article that appeared in the Wall Street Journal on January 18, 2020 by Rachel Feintzeig regarding The Vanishing Executive Assistant. The article in the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) is showing a small piece of what is transpiring in the profession. She is living it up.

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How to overcome the downsides of contract work

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If they weren’t, I wouldn’t have written an article about why I’ve spent two years as a contractor myself. The benefits aren’t as good It differs from company to company, but basic employee benefits can cover everything from childcare leave to medical costs. These agents are also able to negotiate on your behalf.

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Business Insider Feature Story on Former Celebrity Assistant Bonnie Low-Kramen

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.” From her starting $18,000 salary, Low-Kramen would negotiate each year with Dukakis directly, since there’s no human-resources department for such roles. Today, Low-Kramen said, a starting salary for a celebrity personal assistant on call 24/7 can typically hit the low six figures.

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6 Ways to Add Value to Your Organization & Advance Your Career

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Your company pays you a salary and they expect a return. Aggressively negotiating with existing vendors for better pricing. And think about it: If this admin tracks her cost-saving initiatives and measures the positive results, she could certainly make a compelling case for a raise in the future. Share this on del.icio.us.