Provide results with context.
The single biggest mistake people make when it comes to sharing their accomplishments is providing results without context. Saying that you grew revenue by 15 percent without noting the market conditions or goals doesn’t say much.
In other words, you haven’t answered the question, “So what?”
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Negotiating a job offer should be a non-confrontational, business-focused discussion for two parties to reach the same goal – a happy hire. However, our fear of rejection or potential conflict often gets in the way of rewarding, win-win conversations.
You may ask, Why Career Coaching?
It’s a good question, and the answer is found in the heart of human nature.
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They can be the difference-maker in employment. When it comes to references, do sweat the small stuff.
There are too many example of job seekers who get to the final steps of securing their ideal position only to have misunderstandings and miscommunications ruin everything; this goes for dates, durations, promotions, vacation, travel and other ancillary expenses. Don’t avoid negotiating your compensation package only to find out later that the benefits are different from what you thought you negotiated. You should get it in writing.
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My Online Career Space ItsNotYouItsYourResume.com Mark Montoya: Online Personal Branding
