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Moving from Manager to Director

I'm a manager in a large organization and I've been considered for several Director jobs, but have yet to get one. I spoke to my manager about it and in the spirit of helpfulness she finally told me that I had all the technical qualifications and... (More)

How to Ask for a Raise--and Get It

When was the last time you asked for a raise? If you are like most people, you waited until you were frustrated, angry, and resentful. Not the best frame of mind for trying to make a positive change. You probably made some critical mistakes.

Going From Mom to Employee

It happens five days a week. You have to shift gears from being a mom to being an employee - even the boss. How can you effectively shift gears and get yourself ready for the workday ahead? How do you gain and keep respect with those who work... (More)

The Art of Negotiating a Raise

Negotiation is a give-and-take process until an eventual agreement is reached between two or more parties. To understand the art of negotiation, a jobseeker must understand that it is a give process as much as it is a receiving process. Look at the... (More)

Beware of Over Dependence on Email

Email is a wonderful thing. The "send" button is a magic link to instant communication worldwide. But beware of over-reliance on this wondrous medium. Assuming that every server works flawlessly and spam filters sift out only true spam is dangerous... (More)

Going Beyond the Average

Terry Arndt talks about going beyond the average. This is part 5 of a 5 part series "Your New Job - Strategies for Success."

Have Realistic Expectations

Terry Arndt talks about having realistic expectations. This is part 4 of a 5 part series "Your New Job - Strategies for Success."

Making Others Look and Feel Great

Terry Arndt talks about making others look and feel great. This is part 3 of a 5 part series "Your New Job - Strategies for Success."

Understanding the Organization and People

Terry Arndt talks about how important it is to understand the organization and the people in the workplace. This is part 2 of a 5 part series "Your New Job - Strategies for Success."

Five Steps - Part 1

Terry Arndt talks about how to make yourself attractive as a potential candidate. This is part 1 of a 5 part series "Your New Job - Strategies for Success."

How to Deal With Your Boss

Terry Arndt discusses the 5 different types of bosses and introduces new strategies on how to deal with the boss that you may have.

Workplace Dialogue

Sue Morem expresses her concern on how proper workplace dialogue and etiquette are getting lost in today's times.