Career Mauritius
Get the Salary You Want
Negotiating a salary can be an uncomfortable process. You want to get what you're worth, but you also don't want to scare off your future employer. Prepare for your next talk by doing the following:
04 Dec 2012, business.mega.mu
5 Things You Should Never Share With Your Boss
Some things are better left unsaid, a wise girl once told me. Actually, five regretful girls told me—after saying things to their bosses they wished they could have sucked right back in their mouths (if only their feet weren’t blocking the way).
04 Dec 2012, business.mega.mu
Why You Didn't Get Promoted
When you miss out on a promotion, you need to find out what held you back. But managers and HR professionals often give intentionally vague feedback for fear of losing good employees. Here are three steps to get the inside scoop:
03 Dec 2012, business.mega.mu
4 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Put on Your Resume
You sit down to craft your resume, write that first draft—and it still feels empty. When you’ve had only one job or just a handful of college internships, how are you supposed to show off your personality and set yourself apart?
02 Dec 2012, business.mega.mu
6 Ways Envy Destroys Career Advancement
Stop comparing yourself to others. This is why most people never get ahead in their careers. They waste valuable time trying to be what they are not – rather than valuing who they naturally are and building upon their own foundation of skills and knowledge for growth.
29 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
How, When and Why to Ask for a Raise
Next to firing an employee and having to inform a coworker of various personal hygiene offenses, asking for a raise is up there as one of the worst, most dreaded workplace conversations of all time.
28 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Asking for More Money
Success at work includes getting paid well--or, at least, as well as possible.
26 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
New Job? Only Make the Sacrifices You Want To
Every job requires giving things up, such as working long hours or spending time away from family. It’s important when considering a new job to know which compromises you’re willing to make:
26 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Build A Personal Brand, Not Just A Career
Companies spend a lot of money and effort to build their brands. Why is building a brand name important?
25 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
How To Answer When You Stumped by an Important Question?
Here are a few tips to calmly address tough questions when you don't know the answer (and avoid looking like a deer caught in headlights).
20 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Job Interview Question: What is Your Greatest Weakness?
When you're asked what your greatest weakness is, one option is try to turn a negative into a positive. For example, a sense of urgency to get projects completed or wanting to triple-check every item in a spreadsheet can be turned into a strength i.e. you are a candidate who will make sure that the project is done on time and your work will be close to perfect.
20 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
The 10 Worst Communication Mistakes For Your Career
According to a new year-long study of over 4,000 college-educated professionals and 268 senior executives, conducted by CTI and in partnership with Marie Claire magazine, you must be viewed as a leader in order to get promoted into top jobs.
19 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
10 Steps to Successful Thought Leadership to Elevate Your Career and Your Organization
As employees seek to strengthen their identity in the workplace they must find ways to make an immediate impact for the betterment of the company as well as themselves.
19 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
How to Be Liked at Work (or Anywhere)
These 6 simple rules virtually guarantee that the people you work with will want you around. Want coworkers and customers to enjoy being in your company? Just follow these absurdly simple rules.
16 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
How to Sell Yourself in 15 Seconds or Less
Finding a job in this economy is difficult and competitive. Make sure you can pitch yourself effectively, even when you've got nothing more than an elevator ride with a potential employer to make your case. Use these tips to sell yourself in 15 seconds or less:
14 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Three Questions to Answer Before You Look for a New Job
Whether you're out of work or contemplating a change, rethinking what you want to do with your life can be a valuable experience. It's never too late to wonder, "What do I want to be when I grow up?" Here are three questions to ask yourself to help you define what's next:
14 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
5 Reasons People Stay Stuck in Their Careers
If you don’t like what you do, how can your productivity and performance at work increase? How can organizations grow and compete when their employees lack competitive hunger? As much as an organization is responsible to provide their employees the leadership, workplace culture and tools to thrive, the employee is equally as accountable to find satisfaction in their careers.
09 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
4 Ways to Improve Your Business Networking
As small business owners and consultants, we understand the importance of networking. Your ability to schmooze, to meet people, and to create relationships will very often determine your success in business and how far you’re able to take your company.
09 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Management Tips: Get Your Colleagues’ Attention
To capture any audience’s attention, you must frame your message properly. Whether you’re making a presentation, composing an email, or talking with your boss, here’s how to convey your idea:
08 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu
Management Tip: Three Tips for Getting Out of Your Boss' Shadow
Keeping your boss happy is an important tactic for building your career. But sometimes being a good subordinate leaves you in your boss' shadow. It's difficult to move up in an organization if you are consistently thought of as part of your boss' team and not as an individual contributor. Try these three approaches for standing out on your own:
05 Nov 2012, business.mega.mu