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

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And while my employer would incur a cost in a modest reduction in my work output, it wasn’t an added financial cost, and they could retain a key member of the team who was on the verge of a catastrophic meltdown. The post Why I Negotiated for a 4-Day Workweek Instead of a Raise appeared first on SUCCESS. It was a win-win.

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Emerging Technologies for Administrative Professionals

All Things Admin

Collectively, these skills allow a company to reach more customers and serve them more effectively while cutting costs and setting themselves apart from the competition. It doesn’t have the ability to negotiate a contract or the creativity that’s needed to think outside the box. Let’s look at each component individually.

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5 Administrative Assistant Skills That Add the Most Value

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Knowing how to run virtual meetings, organize newsletters and create PowerPoint presentations puts you a cut above the rest. You’re on the front lines every day — overseeing day-to-day operations, selecting vendors and negotiating contracts — putting you in the perfect position to look for opportunities to cut office expenses.

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The Most Important Trait To Boost Your Productivity

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To receive a free copy of the Career Advancement Toolkit, join the Project Management Hacks email newsletter. Start With Low Cost Learning. This is why I recommend starting with low cost learning options. Here are three suggestions that provide low cost learning: Books. Negotiation Skills.

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How to Keep Your Competitive Edge in the Workplace

Eat Your Career

A book costs about $10 and you can learn a ton by actually reading a book on any topic. Aside from incredible networking, most professional associations also give you access to valuable learning opportunities—whether through featured speakers at meetings, annual training conferences, or newsletters highlighting trends in your field.

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77 Things I Did In 2010

Brilliantly Better

I highly recommend you to subscribe to this newsletter. From the selection phase, going through the interview and negotiation phases, all seemed incredibly familiar. I used CreateSpace for the task, which makes the ebooks available on Amazon.com too, at no additional cost. Became For Contributor For The Daily Brainstorm.

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How to Hustle Your Way To Freelance Success

Men With Pens

When they look to hire a freelancer, they want someone dependable who’ll do an excellent job for an acceptable cost. Plus, complaining about pay in a situation where you typically negotiate your own pay is a bit tacky. Sign up for her newsletter and get the first two lessons absolutely free.