8/3
Why I Turned Down My “Dream Job” (Guest Post)
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By Allison Durazzi Oh. My. God. I was about to get my dream job! I aced the interviews, and they... View Article
Learn from my life experience, and get my latest, up-to-the-minute advice.
Archive for: Negotiation
7/28
Why You Need Alternatives — Even to Your Dream Job
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Projection is a real danger when our desires are in play. It can keep us from really examining the opportunity because, as they say, “love is blind.”
7/15
7 Keys to Inspiring — and Winning — Clients
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Inspirational insights are the primary reason creatives are engaged. These tips will inspire your clients and set you apart from the competition.
5/20
The Hidden Power of Stepping Away
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How do you handle it when you — and your emotions — are at the negotiating table? My approach helps creatives regain control in meetings.
5/6
Get a Coach. Be a Coach.
You're stuck in the middle of a dilemma but can't work with a professional career coach. Here's how to ask a friend to help you.
4/22
We’re Creatives
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We wear our hearts on our sleeves. That makes it difficult when we’re asking for the money. Here's four reasons why, and how to deal with it.
4/8
Referral, Expertise, Inspiration, Summary: Close — Ben’s Story
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Anxiety over an upcoming pitch is normal. Here's how to use that energy to prepare for your meeting and win over the client.
3/25
Negotiations: Raw Fear Rules
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A turn on the trapeze during a team meeting reinforced everything I've learned about the power of fear when it comes to negotiation.
3/11
Expertise is the Answer
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Your negotiation leverage comes from what others believe you can do for them. Here are five steps to developing expertise in your field.
1/21
3 Questions Almost Always Asked in Job Interviews
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Of the many difficult interview questions, these three are tricky because they suggest that you drift a bit to the personal side with your answers.
